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08 Feb 2022
S6 Ep2: Mazz Murray, Donna in Mamma Mia! & Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard
00:57:54
This week we're joined by West End LEGEND, Mazz Murray.
Mazz is currently starring as Donna in the West End production of Mamma Mia!, having previously played Tanya in the show.
Mazz famously starred as Killer Queen in We Will Rock You at the Dominion Theatre for seven triumphant years.
She made her theatre debut playing Patsy Cline in The Roy Orbison Story. Other credits include: Mama Morton in the recent production of Chicago (Phoenix Theatre) as well as A Girl Called Dusty, Rent, Smokey Joe’s Café, Fame, Only the Lonely, Boogie Nights and Pippin.
Most recently Mazz played Norma Desmond in a concert staging of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black’s musical Sunset Boulevard at the Alexandra Palace Theatre. After receiving tremendous acclaim, it was announced that Mazz would once again play the role for a second staging at the Royal Albert Hall. Mazz's portrayal of Norma was named West End Frame's top performance of 2021.
You can see Mazz in Mamma Mia! at the Novello Theatre. Visit www.mamma-mia.com for info and tickets.
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11 Feb 2022
S6 Ep3: Louise Dearman, West End icon
00:43:13
With her CV including roles such as Elphaba, Glinda, Eva Peron, Miss Adelaide & Lucy Harris, Louise Dearman is a West End icon.
Louise is currently preparing to star in Mimma: A New Musical of War & Friendship which is being staged at Cadogan Hall for one-night-only on Monday 28th February.
Louise made her theatrical debut as The Narrator in Joseph (UK Tour). Just a few of her other credits include Jan in Grease (West End), Lucy Harris in Jekyll & Hyde (UK Tour), Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls (UK Tour), Eva Peron in Evita (UK Tour), Grizabella in Cats (International), The Woman in Tell Me On A Sunday (RCCL), Mrs D in Water Babies (Curve), Miss Adelaide in Guys and Dolls (UK Tour) and Daisy in Side Show (Southwark Playhouse).
Louise has starred as both Elphaba and Glinda in the West End production of Wicked (Apollo Victoria), making her the only actor to have starred as both roles in the musical's history.
Mimma is staged at Cadogan Hall on Monday 28th February. Visit www.cadoganhall.com for info and tickets.
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18 Feb 2022
S6 Ep4: Sharlene Hector, alternate Effie in Dreamgirls
00:48:26
This week we're chatting to Sharlene Hector about transitioning into a new career in theatre, following many successful years in the music world.
Last year Sharlene made her theatrical debut as Lorraine in Hairspray at the London Coliseum, also covering and playing Motormouth Maybelle. She is now touring the UK and Ireland as the alternate Effie White in Dreamgirls to huge acclaim.
In the music world, Sharlene was Lead Vocalist in Basement Jaxx and Blonde. She has sung backing for the likes of Alicia Keys, Muse, Emeli Sandé, Sam Sparro, Primal Scream, Rebecca Ferguson, Lalah Hathaway, Tinie Tempah, Josh Groban and Michael Bublé.
Sharlene has performed at Glastonbury, V Festival, Bestival and Wireless with her television appearances including Alan Carr’s Epic Game Show – Name That Tune (ITV), X Factor (ITV), Top of the Pops (BBC), Sounds Like Friday Night (BBC) and Later with Jools Holland (BBC).
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25 Feb 2022
SPECIAL: Andrew Tomlins, Founding Editor of West End Frame
00:45:59
On West End Frame's 10th Birthday, Matt Hemley from The Stage hosts a special episode of In The Frame, turning the tables and interviewing Andrew (Founding Editor) about the past ten years of West End Frame.
West End Frame launched as a theatre blog in February 2012 and went on to become the UK's top independent theatre website, renowned for breaking theatre news, reviewing major theatrical openings and interviewing the West End's biggest stars. West End Frame closed in October 2016, but returned in July 2019 with two stagey podcasts, The West End Frame Show and In The Frame.
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28 Feb 2022
S6 Ep5: Richard Winsor, Tony in Saturday Night Fever
00:31:52
We're kicking off the week with an extra helping of In The Frame with Richard Winsor who is starring as Tony in the West End production of Saturday Night Fever.
Richard previously played this role on tour across the UK and internationally ahead of bringing the show to the Peacock Theatre in London.
Featuring the Bee Gees’ greatest hits, Saturday Night Fever tells the story of Tony Manero and his reckless road to dancing success. The role was originated by John Travolta in the 1977 film.
Richard started his career as a principal dancer for Matthew Bourne, starring in his productions of Spitfire, The Nutcracker, Play Without Words, Edward Scissorhands, The Car Man, Dorian Gray and Swan Lake. These shows have taken Richard around the world and to some of the most prestigious theatres.
Richard then ventured in television, playing Father Francis in Hollyoaks and Caleb in BBC1's Casualty for over 100 episodes.
His credits also include Swan Lake 3D (Universal), Streetdance 3D (BBC), Frankenstein (Royal & Derngate), The Anastasia File (Theatre Royal Windsor) and most recently he reunited with Matthew Bourne for The Midnight Bell on tour.
Saturday Night Fever runs at the Peacock Theatre until 26th March 2022. Visit www.sadlerswells.com for info and tickets.
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04 Mar 2022
S6 Ep6: Joseph Peacock, Donny Osmond in The Osmonds Musical
00:43:57
Joseph Peacock is originating the role of Donny Osmond in the brand new musical, The Osmonds.
With a story by Jay Osmond, The Osmonds tells the true story of the five brothers from Utah who were pushed into the spotlight as children and went on to create smash hits, decade after decade. The musical premiered at Leicester Curve ahead of a UK and Ireland tour.
Having trained at Emil Dale Academy, Joseph's theatre credits include Young Gideon in The Last Ship (US Tour), understudy Tink in Bat Out Of Hell (London Coliseum & Dominion Theatre), Benjamin in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour) and Pete in Burnt Part Boys (The Park Theatre).
The Osmonds tour is booking through to 3rd December 2022. Visit www.theosmondsmusical.co.uk for info and tickets.
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11 Mar 2022
S6 Ep7: Jordan Luke Gage, Romeo in And Juliet & Clyde in Bonnie and Clyde
00:58:59
Jordan Luke Gage is currently one of the busiest performers in theatreland. He is about to complete his run in And Juliet ahead of starring in the West End premiere of Bonnie and Clyde.
Having trained at Mountview, Jordan made his theatre debut as Marilyn in Taboo (Brixton Clubhouse). He joined the West End production of Bat Out Of Hell (Dominion Theatre) as an alternate for Strat, and later took over the role full-time from Andrew Polec to huge acclaim.
Jordan originated the role of Romeo in And Juliet in Manchester, and continued with the show when it transferred to the West End (Shaftesbury Theatre). Before the show resumed its run after lockdown, Jordan starred as JD in the West End production of Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket). He will soon star as Clyde in Bonnie and Clyde (Arts Theatre).
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18 Mar 2022
S6 Ep8: Blair Gibson, Bob Gaudio in Jersey Boys
00:32:00
Blair is currently starring as Bob Gaudio in the UK & Ireland tour of Jersey Boys, having previously played the role at sea for Norwegian Cruise Lines.
Blair's theatre credits include: Erik in The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (London workshop), Shane in Game Night (Drayton Arms Theatre), The Beast in Beauty & the Beast (Corn Exchange Newbury), Prince Charming in Cinderella (Bristol Hippodrome) and Mike Singer in Zanna, Don’t! (The Edinburgh Festival Fringe).
The Jersey Boys tour is currently booking until 3rd December 2022. Visit www.jerseyboysmusical.co.uk for tour dates, info and tickets.
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25 Mar 2022
S6 Ep9: Cherelle Williams, Dorothy in The Wiz
01:17:16
Cherelle recently recreated the role of Dorothy in the Hope Mill Theatre's major UK revival of The Wiz.
As a child, Cherelle attended the Sylvia Young Theatre School and made her West End debut as Young Nala in The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre.
After venturing into the music world, Cherelle returned to theatre as an adult to star as Mary Wilson in the original West End cast of Motown The Musical. Cherelle was with the show for the entirety of its three year run. In addition to playing Mary, Cherelle covered the role of Diana Ross and played the role on numerous occasions.
Alongside her theatre work, Cherelle works in fashion and regularly gigs.
Cherelle won rave reviews for her performance as Dorothy in The Wiz. Directed by Matthew Xia, The Wiz is a joyous retelling of L. Frank Baum’s classic children’s novel ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ reflecting contemporary African-American culture.
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31 Mar 2022
S6 Ep10: Cleve September, Ted Hinton in Bonnie and Clyde & John Laurens/Philip Hamilton in Hamilton
00:39:48
Olivier nominee Cleve September is preparing to star as Ted Hinton in the original West End production of Bonnie and Clyde.
Directed by Nick Winston, this marks Bonnie and Clyde's West End premiere, ten years after the Broadway production. The show has music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Don Black and book by Ivan Menchell.
Cleve was nominated for an Olivier Award for his performance as Philip Hamilton/John Laurens in the West End premiere of Hamilton (Victoria Palace).
His theatre credits also include: Sonny & understudy Usnavi in In The Heights (King's Cross Theatre), Dick Whittington (National Theatre), Hair (Norwich Theatre), Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Tommy Keeler in Annie Get Your Gun (Crucible Theatre), Elaine Paige's 50th Anniversary Farewell Tour (Royal Albert Hall) and The Last Days of Troy (The Globe Theatre).
Bonnie and Clyde opens at the Arts Theatre on 9th April 2022. Visit www.bonnieandclydemusical.com for info and tickets.
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07 Apr 2022
S6 Ep11: Paige Fenlon, Luisa in Zorro The Musical
00:32:29
Paige is starring as Luisa in the London revival of Zorro The Musical.
Directed by Christian Durham, Zorro has has music by The Gipsy Kings and book and lyrics by Stephen Clark. The show originally ran in the West End in 2008.
Paige made her theatrical debut as Rafeala/Alma in Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens at the Union Theatre.
She went on to appear in the ensemble of Oklahoma! at Chichester Festival Theatre before joining the original West End production of Pretty Woman The Musical at the Piccadilly Theatre, understudying Vivian.
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14 Apr 2022
S6 Ep12: Chanel Haynes, Tina Turner in Tina The Musical
01:14:18
For our 99th episode, we are so excited to share this conversation with Tina's Chanel Haynes!
Discovered by Quincy Jones while she was still a teenager, Chanel became a founding member of the gospel trio, Trinitee 5:7. As lead singer of the group, Chanel sold over 2.5 million albums worldwide and earned two Grammy nominations.
The trio spent nearly two decades entertaining audiences around the world in arenas ranging from Madison Square Garden to Wembley Stadium. The group was managed by Matthew Knowles.
Her first album went Platinum and spent 50 weeks on Billboard’s top R&B albums chart, while both of her first two albums debuted at #1 on the Billboard Gospel chart.
Chanel made her theatre debut starring as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill at the Zach Theatre in Austin, Texas. For her performance, she won Best Leading Actress in a Musical at the B. Iden Payne Awards.
Chanel is making her West End debut as Tina Turner in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical at the Aldwych Theatre. Chanel had an incredible journey landing the role, which led to her relocating her entire family to London.
In this special episode, recorded in Oxford Circus, Chanel discusses why she was drawn to playing Tina Turner onstage, the audition process and conquering one of the most demanding roles in the West End (plus lots more!).
Tina is booking at the Aldwych Theatre until Sunday 18th December 2022. Visit www.tinathemusical.com for info and tickets.
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21 Apr 2022
100th Episode: Simon Bailey, The Duke in Moulin Rouge
01:10:07
For our 100th episode (!!) of In The Frame we chat to Simon Bailey about his incredible career on stage, and his current role as The Duke in Moulin Rouge.
Simon's West End credits include: Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket & London workshop); Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys (Piccadilly Theatre & UK Tour); Liam O'Deary in I Can’t Sing! (London Palladium); Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Gillian Lynne); understudy Galileo in We Will Rock You (Dominion); Enjolras in Les Miserables (Queen’s Theatre); Raoul in ThePhantom of the Opera (Her Majesty’s); Passion (Donmar Warehouse) and Romeo & Juliet! The Musical (Piccadilly);.
Just a few of Simon's other credits include: Whisper House (The Other Palace); Bat Boy (Southwark Playhouse); Marry Me a Little (St James Theatre); Striking 12 (Waterloo East Theatre); Parade (Southwark Playhouse), An Officer and a Gentleman workshop (Leicester Curve); Once Upon A Time at the Adelphi (Liverpool Playhouse); Naked Flame (England) and Rock Legends (South Africa).
Simon is currently starring as The Duke in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre.
Thank you for supporting our first 100 episodes of In The Frame - there's lots more to come!
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28 Apr 2022
S6 Ep14: Jocasta Almgill, Rizzo in Grease
00:33:32
Jocasta is about to star as Rizzo in the West End revival of Grease.
Directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Dame Arlene Phillips, Grease is returning to the Dominion Theatre where it previously ran in 1993.
Jocasta recently originated the role of Lady Capulet in the West End production of & Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre), whilst also understudying the roles of Nurse and Anne.
In 2016 Jocasta was nominated for West End Frame's Understudy of the Year Award, for covering the roles of Camila, Daniela and Vanessa in the London production of In The Heights (King's Cross Theatre).
Her theatre credits also include: Joanne in Rent (Hope Mill Theatre), Anita in West Side Story (Royal Exchange), Yvonne in Sunshine On Leith (West Yorkshire Playhouse) understudy Deena and Lorell in Dreamgirls (West End), Ghost The Musical (International Tour), Dynamite in Hairspray (UK Tour) and Chicago (Curve).
Grease begins performances at the Dominion Theatre from 3rd May 2022. Visit www.greasemusical.co.uk for info and tickets.
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06 May 2022
S6 Ep15: Danny Whitehead, star of Passion & Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera
00:38:54
Danny Whitehead is starring in the UK revival of Passion by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine at the Hope Mill Theatre.
Danny starred as Raoul in the West End production of The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre, as part of the final company of the original production.
His theatre credits also include: understudy Enjolras in Les Miserables (West End), understudy The Wizard in Wicked (UK Tour), Sweeney Todd (Welsh National Opera), South Pacific (Barbican / UK Tour), 1418 The Spectacular WW1 Arena Musical (Mechelen Arena, Belgium), Rags (West End Gala), Secret Garden (UK Tour) and Breaking The Code (English Theatre, Frankfurt).
Passion runs at the Hope Mill Theatre until 5th June 2022. Visit www.hopemilltheatre.co.uk for info and tickets.
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12 May 2022
S6 Ep16: Daniel Koek, Robin in La Bohème & star of Phantom Australia
00:30:32
Daniel Koek is currently starring as Robin in La Bohème at the King's Head Theatre ahead of appearing in the upcoming Australian production of The Phantom of the Opera.
La Bohème returns to the King’s Head Theatre in a new version which relocates the story to contemporary London. Directed by Mark Ravenhill, it's described as a "contemporary queer reinvention" of Puccini’s classic opera.
After completing his run in La Bohème, Daniel will play the Porter and Jeweller whilst understudying The Phantom in the Australian production of The Phantom of the Opera which will play in Sydney and Melbourne.
Hailing from South Australia, Daniel studied classical voice at the Conservatorium in Adelaide before moving to London to complete his Masters in Musical Theatre at the Mountview Academy. Whilst in Europe Daniel also studied in Amsterdam and sung a season with Nationale Reis Opera of the Netherlands.
He is renowned for starring as Jean Valjean in the West End production of Les Miserables (Sondheim Theatre). His other credits include: Lt Cable in the Lincoln Centre production of South Pacific (UK/Australian tours), Anatoly in Chess (UK Tour) and Tony in West Side Story (UK Tour) and Father Frank in Saturday Night Fever (International Tour).
Daniel has recorded two studio albums and works as a performance and vocal coach.
La Bohème runs at the King's Head Theatre until 28th May 2022. Visit www.kingsheadtheatre.com for info and tickets.
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20 May 2022
S6 Ep17: Vicki Manser, Regina in Rock Of Ages
00:36:43
Vicki is back for a second episode of In The Frame!
Vicki is currently starring as Regina in the touring production of Rock Of Ages.
Vicki's early theatre credits include the West End productions of Sunny Afternoon, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and Bat Out Of Hell.
She joined the West End production of SIX at the start of 2019 as an alternate, taking over as Katherine Howard nine months later. She then returned to Beautiful, this time on tour, as the alternate Carole. Vicki returned to SIX last year, reprising her performance as Katherine Howard in the musical's tour.
During the 2020 lockdown, Vicki focused on her songwriting and music. She has released five singles since, all of which have dominated the Country Charts, gaining four number 1’s and a number 2 as well as an EP that was number 1 in the Album Charts. You can find Vicki’s music on all major platforms and her new song FLY is released on 27th May 2022.
Alongside her performing and music careers, Vicki is Artistic Director of Sharpe Academy.
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27 May 2022
S6 Ep18: A.J. Shively, Owen Duignan in Paradise Square on Broadway
00:35:40
This week we're crossing the pond to chat with A.J. Shively who is nominated for a Tony Award for his performance as Owen Duignan in Paradise Square on Broadway!
A.J. has been with Paradise Square - which is taking Broadway by storm - from its original workshops. He was previously nominated for a Drama Desk Award for his portrayal of Billy Cane in the Broadway production of Bright Star, later reprising his performance for the musical's US tour.
A.J. has worked extensively on screen; he was recently seen as Jerry McConnell on CBS’s Bull and as Chef André Soltner in HBO Max’s Julia.
Paradise Square runs at the Barrymore Theatre in New York.
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02 Jun 2022
S6 Ep19: Laura Pick, Elphaba in Wicked
00:56:53
This week we're joined by London's 15th anniversary Elphaba, Laura Pick!
After training at Mountview, Laura understudied and played Maria in The Sound of Music at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. She went on to star in a tour of So This Is Christmas, completed a contract at sea with Belinda King Creative Productions and played Dr Osgood in Anyone Can Whistle at the Union Theatre.
Laura first joined the West End production of Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre as Standby Elphaba in Summer 2017. After standing by for Alice Fearn and Nikki Bentley, Laura took over the role full-time at the start of 2020 until theatres were shutdown at the start of the pandemic in March 2020. Laura returned to the role when Wicked reopened in September 2021, and played Elphaba for the production's 15th Anniversary performance.
Laura played her final performance in Wicked in January 2022, and has been busy since with various concert work. Since leaving, Laura has returned to Wicked several times as an emergency cover Elphaba (we recorded this episode two days after her most recent return!).
In this episode, Laura discusses her career pre-Wicked, her Elphaba journey and lots more!
Follow Laura on Instagram to stay up-to-date with everything she's up to: @laurapick191
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10 Jun 2022
S6 Ep20: Scott Hunter, Max in The Play That Goes Wrong
00:44:36
Scott Hunter is currently starring as Max in the West End production of The Play That Goes Wrong!
Following The Cornley Drama Society as they attempt to put on a 1920s murder mystery (with little success), The Play That Goes Wrong premiered on the London Fringe in 2012 and has been taking the West End by storm since opening at the Duchess Theatre in 2014.
This marks Scott's second Mischief production, as they previously played Mel in Magic Goes Wrong at the Apollo Theatre.
Scott was named Best Newcomer in the Manchester Theatre Awards for their role as Stu in Yank The Musical, a role they played to huge acclaim at the Hope Mill Theatre and Charing Cross Theatre, before reprising their performance for the show's 10th Anniversary Concert in New York at 54 Below.
Scott's other credits include playing Blaine Tuttle in Cruel Intentions at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the recording of Something's Afoot The Musical.
In this episode, Scott discusses finding their funny for The Play That Goes Wrong, their whirlwind journey with Yank as well as working in theatre as a nonbinary performer.
The Play That Goes Wrong is booking at the Duchess Theatre until Sunday 2nd April 2023. Visit www.theplaythatgoeswrong.com for info and tickets.
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16 Jun 2022
S6 Ep21: Lea Salonga, international theatrical icon
00:27:16
To finish off this series, we're joined by Lea Salonga to discuss her return to the UK!
Lea left the Philippines as a teenager when she was cast as Kim in Miss Saigon. She originated the role in the West End and on Broadway to tremendous acclaim, winning Olivier and Tony Awards for her performance.
Lea also has a long association with Les Misérables, having played both Eponine and Fantine in London and New York, including for the musical’s 10th and 25th anniversary concerts.
Just a few of Lea's other theatre credits include: Eliza in My Fair Lady (Manila), The Witch in Into The Woods (Singapore), Grizabella in Cats (Manila), Kei Kimura in Allegiance (Broadway) and Helen in Fun Home (Manila).
Most recently Lea played Erzulie in Once On This Island (Broadway), Grace Farrell in Annie (Hollywood Bowl) and Mrs Lovett in Sweeney Todd (Manila/Singapore).
Lea has worked extensively in film and television, and famously provided vocals for the title role in Disney's Mulan I (1998) and Mulan II (2004) as well as for Princess Jasmine in Disney's Aladdin (1994), earning her the official title of a Disney Legend!
Away from the stage, Lea is a judge on the Philippines’ version of The Voice and has sold 19 million albums worldwide, making her one of the best-selling Filipina artists of all time.
Lea is about to return to the UK for her second UK concert tour, Dream Again. Lea opens in Leicester on 18th June before visiting Southampton, Cardiff, Birmingham, Manchester, Brighton, Canterbury and Glasgow.
She is also performing a very special show at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 28th June. The tour coincides with the 30th anniversary of Lea recording A Whole New World for Aladdin.
In this special episode, Lea discusses her return to London, why Miss Saigon was more exhausting than her solo show and the pressure that comes with her role model status.
Thanks for listening to this series of In The Frame, we'll be back soon for Series 7!
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01 Jul 2022
S7 Ep1: Jessica Vosk, the ultimate Broadway diva
00:58:27
We're back for a very special episode with Broadway's Jessica Vosk ahead of her upcoming London concert!
In her 20s, Jessica was an associate director for a boutique investor relations firm in New York City, where she consulted major companies on Wall Street. She then left that career behind, to start a brand-new career on Broadway!
Jessica made her Broadway debut as a swing in the original cast of The Bridges of Madison Country by Jason Robert Brown. She went on to appear in the Broadway productions of Finding Neverland and Fiddler on the Roof.
in 2016, Jessica joined the US National Tour of Wicked as Elphaba. After receiving tremendous acclaim for her performance, Jessica transferred to Wicked on Broadway where she played Elphaba for the musical's 15th anniversary.
Jessica originated the roles of Aunt Val and Kate Bush in the world premiere of Becoming Nancy in Atlanta and starred as The Narrator in the 50th Anniversary Concert of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Lincoln Center.
Jessica is currently starring in Get Happy: A Judy Garland Centennial Celebration ahead of joining the off-Broadway company of The Bedwetter for the final week of the musical's run. Later this summer she will reprise her performance as The Narrator in Joseph at the Muny.
Later this month Jessica will play Cadogan Hall in London on Sunday 17th July. The show was originally scheduled to take place earlier this year, but was postponed due to illness. Visit www.cadoganhall.com for info and tickets.
In this episode Jessica discusses why she insists on speaking out about what she stands for, how she got in trouble for riffing in Wicked and her dream of doing a musical in London!
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08 Jul 2022
S7 Ep2: Georgina Onuorah, star of Millennials
00:32:00
Fresh from her run in Cinderella, Georgina is starring in the brand new British musical Millennials at The Other Palace Studio.
Written and composed by Elliot Clay, Millennials turns up the microphone on the lives, the losses and the frustrations of young people in the modern world.
After completing her training at Arts Ed, Georgina made her stage debut starring as Alice in Dick Whittington at the National Theatre. She then joined the original cast of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella at the Gillian Lynne Theatre as alternate Cinderella which saw her play the role two performances each week.
Georgina received a Black British Theatre Award nomination in 2021 for Best Recent Graduate. Elsewhere, her workshop credits include Mandela (Young Vic) and The Enormous Crocodile (Roald Dahl Story Company).
Millennials runs at The Other Palace Studio until 7th August 2022. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets.
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14 Jul 2022
S7 Ep3: Kirstie Skivington, Emmeline Pankhurst in Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World
00:51:32
Fresh from her run in And Juliet, Kirstie Skivington is starring as Emmeline Pankhurst in Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World.
Following its UK tour, the production is currently concluding a run at the Theatre Royal Stratford East before visiting Canterbury and then playing the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
The musical is based on the award-winning picture book by suffragette descendant Kate Pankhurst and features stories of some of history’s strongest mothers, sisters and daughters who changed the world.
Kirstie's West End credits include swing in Ghost The Musical (Piccadilly), Viva Forever (Piccadilly), I Can’t Sing (London Palladium) and 1st cover Jules in Bend It Like Beckham (Phoenix). She played Vicky in the world premiere of Everybody’s Talking about Jamie in Sheffield before becoming the show’s resident director and choreographer whilst understudying Miss Hedge and Ray when it transferred to the West End.
Some of Kirstie's other credits include Side Show (Southwark Playhouse), Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Mother Goose (Hackney Empire) and Sylvia (Workshop, Old Vic).
Most recently, Kirstie was part of the original cast of And Juliet, understudying and regularly playing Anne Hathaway to huge acclaim at the Shaftesbury Theatre.
In this episode, Kirstie discusses her long association with new British musicals, saying no to Max Martin and all things Fantastically Great Women.
Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World runs at the Theatre Royal Stratford East until Sunday 17th July before playing The Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury (26th - 30th July) and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival (4th - 29th August).
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21 Jul 2022
S7 Ep4: Joanna Ampil, Bloody Mary in South Pacific
00:33:44
Joanna is currently reprising her performance as Bloody Mary in South Pacific.
Following an acclaimed run at Chichester Festival Theatre, Daniel Evans' revival of South Pacific is back for a run at Sadler's Wells ahead of a UK and Ireland tour.
Joanna made her West End debut as Kim in Miss Saigon at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and went on to play the role in the original Australian production, the original UK and Ireland tour and 10th anniversary West End performance.
Her other West End roles have included Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar, both Éponine and Fantine in Les Misérables, Christmas Eve in Avenue Q and Sheila Franklin in Hair.
Joanna is renowned for starring as Grizabella in Cats all over the world. In Manila she has played Mimi in Rent, Francesca Johnson in The Bridges of Madison County, Maria in West Side Story and Maria Von Trapp in The Sound of Music as well as Nellie in a concert production of South Pacific.
Most recently, Joanna starred as Jenna in the international premiere of Waitress in Manila.
South Pacific runs at Sadler's Wells 27th July – 28th August 2022 before touring the UK and Ireland from 13th September. Visit www.southpacificshow.com for info, tour dates and tickets.
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28 Jul 2022
S7 Ep5: Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, Emmett in Legally Blonde & Benny in Rent
01:06:20
From Medical School to Drama School to Harvard Law School!
This week's guest is Michael Ahomka-Lindsay who recently starred as Emmett in the sell-out London revival of Legally Blonde directed by Lucy Moss at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
After leaving medical school, Michael pursued a career in performing and secured the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation scholarship to train at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. After graduating, Michael starred as Benny in Luke Sheppard's production of Rent at the Hope Mill Theatre. He then went on tour as Maugrim in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe before landing the role of Emmett in Legally Blonde.
Michael can soon be seen in new musical To The Streets! in Birmingham which runs 19th - 28th August.
In this episode, Michael discusses leaving medical school behind for theatre, life as an actor-musician, all things Legally Blonde and lots more!
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01 Aug 2022
S7 Ep6: Courtney Bowman, Lauren in Kinky Boots & Elle Woods in Legally Blonde
00:44:14
Having recently completed her run as Elle Woods in Lucy Moss' revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, Courtney Bowman is about to star as Lauren in Kinky Boots In Concert at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Returning to the West End for the first time since 2019, Kinky Boots In Concert also stars Cedric Neal as Lola and Joel Harper-Jackson as Charlie with the London Musical Theatre Orchestra.
Courtney won the tenth annual Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year competition in 2016. Her theatre credits include The Wind in the Willows (UK Tour), Martha in Blondel (Union Theatre) and Fatimah/cover Pritti in Everybody's Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre).
She starred as Anne Boleyn in the West End production of Six, taking the show from the Arts Theatre to the Lyric Theatre before opening the show at its current home, the Vaudeville Theatre.
Kinky Boots In Concert is staged at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 8th and 9th August 2022. Visit www.lwtheatres.co.uk for info and tickets.
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04 Aug 2022
S7 Ep7: Jay Perry, Aaron Burr in Hamilton & Berry Gordy in Motown
01:05:00
Having co-hosted our second ever podcast back in 2019, 251 episodes later Jay Perry is back and In The Frame!
Jay recently completed a run in the West End production of Hamilton at the Victoria Palace Theatre. He joined the show as a standby before taking over as Aaron Burr for a six month run.
Jay made his West End debut as a child in Whistle Down The Wind (Aldwych) before joining pop group S Club Juniors. He then returned to theatre as an adult, with his early credits including Gilbert in Hairspray (Gordon Craig Theatre), Rufus & cover Curtis in Save The Last Dance For Me (UK Tour) and a Drifter in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre).
Jay joined the West End production of Motown The Musical at the Shaftesbury Theatre in 2017 as a cover for Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. He ended up becoming an emergency cover for Berry Gordy and then, in 2018, took over from Cedric Neal and played Berry Gordy for the final year of Motown's run, marking his West End leading man debut.
After completing his run in Motown, Jay joined the Watermill Theatre's revival of Kiss Me Kate starring as Bill Calhoun. During the pandemic he was a standby in Songs For A New World at the London Palladium. On screen, Jay recently played Gabriel Chase in Doctors (BBC). Elsewhere, Jay works closely with the charity Mermaids who support gender-diverse kids, young people and their families.
In this episode, Jay discusses leaving the Hamilton bubble, proving himself in the theatre industry and speaking out about what he stands for... plus lots more!
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11 Aug 2022
S7 Ep8: Zoe Birkett, Arabia in Moulin Rouge
00:32:11
Zoe Birkett is currently playing Arabia and understudying Satine in the West End production of Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre.
Since finishing as a runner-up on the original season of Pop Idol, Zoe has gone on to have an incredible career in theatre.
Zoe made her West End debut as a Diva in the original cast of Priscilla Queen of the Desert, with some of her other credits including: Myth! The Musical (The Other Palace), What A Feeling (Manchester Opera House & London Palladium), Thriller Live (Lyric & International Tour), Respect La Diva (Garrick), Hair (Munich & Piccadilly), Tommy (Prince Edward) and Rent (Greenwich Theatre).
Zoe was nominated for West End Frame's Understudy of the Year Award for alternating the role of Rachel Marron in the UK tour of The Bodyguard and went on to take over the role for a limited time. Most recently she starred as Justice in the UK tour of Rock Of Ages.
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18 Aug 2022
S7 Ep9: Carly Mercedes Dyer, Erma in Anything Goes
01:10:14
Carly is currently reprising her Olivier nominated performance as Erma in Kathleen Marshall's production of Anything Goes at the Barbican Theatre.
Since previously joining us on Series 2 Episode 6 of In The Frame, Carly hasn't stopped! She was cast as Jane Seymour in the UK tour of Six, but sadly never made her debut due to a lockdown. Her recent credits include Shug Avery in The Color Purple (Leicester Curve - Digital), June in Gypsy in Concert (Alexandra Palace Theatre) and Cassie in A Chorus Line (Leicester Curve). Carly received huge acclaim for her performance as Erma in Anything Goes, winning a WhatsOnStage Award and receiving an Olivier Award nomination.
Carly's extensive credits also include: Anita in West Side Story (Leicester Curve), Helene in Sweet Charity (Nottingham Playhouse), Fate in Hadestown (National Theatre), Henri in The View Upstairs (Soho Theatre) and Charlaine in Ain’t Misbehavin’ (Southwark Playhouse & Mercury Colchester). Carly’s West End credits include Rock of Ages, Dirty Dancing, Chicago, Memphis and Dreamgirls where she understudied and regularly played the role of Lorelle. She has also appeared in Hair, High School Musical, Dance Til Dawn and The Lorax.
Anything Goes completes its run at the Barbican Theatre on 3rd September. Visit www.anythinggoesmusical.co.uk for info and tickets.
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25 Aug 2022
S7 Ep10: Simon Gordon, JD in Heathers & Strat in Bat Out of Hell
01:13:48
This week's guest is Simon Gordon who most recently starred as JD in Heathers!
Simon originally went to Law School before entering ITV's Superstar - Andrew Lloyd Webber's reality TV show, casting an actor to play Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar - where he made it to the final thirty boys.
Simon's theatre credits include: Christian in Moulin Rouge (Secret Cinema), alternate Strat in Bat Out Of Hell (London Coliseum, International Tour & Dominion Theatre), Robbie in Twist and Turn (The Other Palace) and cover Gene in Girl From The North Country (Gielgud Theatre).
Most recently, Simon played JD in the original UK tour of Heathers, before reprising his performance in the London production at The Other Palace. During his London run, Simon played JD for the musical's film which will premiere on the Roku Channel in the US in September.
In this episode, Simon discusses how he found his way from Law School to theatre, the Heathers fandom and *that* story about how rehearsing for his Beautiful audition led to armed police entering his house (and lots more).
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29 Aug 2022
S7 Ep11: Jarnéia “Jaye'J” Richard-Noel, star of Millennials & original Catherine of Aragon in Six
00:53:52
Today we're joined by Olivier nominated original Six Queen Jarnéia Richard-Noel (also known as Jaye'J) who is currently starring in the London production of Millennials by Elliot Clay at The Other Palace.
Jarnéia originated the role of Catherine of Aaragon in Six The Musical. As part of the original cast, Jarnéia took the musical from its first tour, to a sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to the West End where she stayed with the show for almost three years at the Arts Theatre, Lyric Theatre and Vaudeville Theatre.
Alongside her fellow OG queens, Jarnéia was nominated for the 2019 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical. Earlier this year, Jarnéia and the original West End cast of Six reunited for three sell-out performances at Hampton Court Palace, before shooting a filmed movie of Six at the Vaudeville Theatre.
After training at the Urdang Academy, Jarnéia made her professional debut as a singer/dancer for P&O Cruises. After leaving Six, she played Alice in Dick Whittington at the Norwich Theatre Royal before joining the UK tour of Hairspray as a swing for the Dynamites.
From six to seven, Jarnéia is part of the girl group SVN alongside the original West End cast of Six. Following the release of multiple singles, SVN recently played their debut headline show at the O2 Academy Islington.
In this episode, Jaye'J discusses her path into theatre, her journey with Six and why she's excited to be showing a different side of her talents in Millennials.
Millenials runs at The Other Palace until Sunday 4th September.
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05 Sep 2022
S7 Ep12: Rebecca Thornhill, Mrs Burke in Girl From The North Country
00:31:30
Fresh from runs in Matilda and Hairspray, Olivier nominee Rebecca Thornhill is currently starring as Mrs Burke in the UK tour of Girl From The North Country.
Written and directed by Conor McPherson with the songs of Bob Dylan, Girl From The North Country premiered at the Old Vic in 2017 before transferring to the West End and Broadway. The show returned to the West End in 2019, with the production also running in Toronto.
Rebecca was nominated for an Olivier Award in 2001 for her performance as Lina Lamont in the National Theatre's production of Singin' in the Rain. She recently reprised her performance as Mrs Wormwood in Matilda, having previously played the role at the Cambridge Theatre and on tour. She also recently completed a run as Velma Von Tussle in the UK tour of Hairspray. Rebecca created the role of Karen Holmes in the original production of From Here To Eternity which ran in the West End at the Shaftesbury Theatre and was filmed for cinema/digital release.
Just a few of Rebecca's other theatre credits include: Hotbox Girl in Guys and Dolls (Leicester), She Loves Me (Savoy), Demeter in Cats (New London), Babette in the original company of Beauty and The Beast (Dominion), Annie in Annie Get Your Gun (UK Tour), Julie Laverne in Show Boat (Royal Albert Hall), Nellie Forbush in South Pacific (National Tour), Sally in Me and My Girl (UK Tour & Zimbabwe), Gertie Cummins in Oklahoma! (National Theatre & Lyceum), Cosette & Fantine in Les Miserables (West End / UK Tour / Denmark), Sukie Rougemont in Witches of Eastwick (Prince Of Wales), Vicki Nichols in The Full Monty (Prince of Wales), Evelyn Nesbit in Ragtime (Piccadilly), Roxie Hart in Chicago (Adelphi), Mrs Banks in Mary Poppins (Prince Edward / US Tour), Madge Hardwick in Top Hat (UK Tour) and Morticia in The Addams Family (Singapore).
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08 Sep 2022
S7 Ep13: Khalid Daley, John Laurens & Philip Hamilton in Hamilton
00:54:17
Khalid recently completed a run as John Laurens & Philip Hamilton in the West End production of Hamilton at the Victoria Palace Theatre.
Having trained at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Khalid's theatre credits include: Dick Whittington (National Theatre), War Horse (UK and International Tour), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK & Ireland Tour), Hamlet (UK Tour), Careen – The True History of Bonnie and Clyde (Birmingham Rep), Godspell (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Sweet Charity (National Youth Music Theatre) and Lord of the Flies (New Adventures).
In this episode, Khalid discusses all things Hamilton, his path into the industry and lots lots more!
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15 Sep 2022
S7 Ep14: Matt Blaker, Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera
00:39:00
Matt Blaker recently took over as Raoul in the West End production of The Phantom of the Opera, having previously understudied the role in 2017.
A few of Matt's early theatre credits include Footloose (Yvonne Arnaud Theatre), Pride and Prejudice (Lyric Belfast), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour), Dusty (Charing Cross) and Jesus Christ Superstar (UK Tour).
Following his first run with Phantom, Matt originated the role of Bob Gaudio in Luke Sheppard's new production of Jersey Boys (International Tour). He played Lt. Cable in South Pacific (Concert), Ernst in Cabaret (Frankfurt) and most recently starred as Billy Bigelow in Carousel at Kilworth House Theatre.
In this episode, Matt discusses why returning to Phantom is a special moment in his career and lots more!
The Phantom of the Opera is currently booking in London through to 4th March 2023. Visit www.uk.thephantomoftheopera.com for info and tickets.
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22 Sep 2022
S7 Ep15: Jacob Fowler, Prince Topher in Cinderella & JD in Heathers
01:21:23
Jacob is currently preparing to star as Prince Topher in the UK premiere of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester. You can see him perform live in concert at Live At Zedel on Monday 26th September.
Jacob joined the 2021 London production of Heathers at The Other Palace, understudying and regularly playing the role of JD. He went on to takeover the role full-time to huge acclaim.
In 2020 Jacob won BBC reality show Little Mix: The Search as part of the band Simply September, and went on to support Little Mix on their 2022 Confetti Arena Tour.
Jacob's theatre credits also include: Bobby in Dreamboats and Petticoats (UK Tour), Mohr in Vanara: The Legend (Hackmey Empire), Hunter in In Pieces (Turbine Theatre) and Kings Of Broadway (Palace Theatre).
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella runs at the Hope Mill Theatre 1st November - 11th December 2022. You can see Jacob in concert at Live At Zedel on Monday 26th September.
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29 Sep 2022
S7 Ep16: Danielle Steers, Cher in The Cher Show
00:36:36
Danielle Steers is one of three performers playing the role of Cher in the UK premiere of The Cher Show which is touring the UK and Ireland. Danielle plays Lady, alongside Millie O'Connell as Babe and Debbie Kurup as Star.
Directed by Arlene Phillips with choreography by Oti Mabuse, this is an all-new production of the show featuring costume design by Gabriella Slade who recently won a Tony Award for Six The Musical.
Danielle's theatre credits include: The Empress in Aladdin (Theatre Royal, Plymouth), Carmen in Sweet Charity (Donmar Warehouse), Shirelle in the original London cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre), swing and cover Nicki Marron in The Bodyguard (Adelphi Theatre), cover Killer Queen in We Will Rock You (International Arena Tour), Dynamite in Hairspray (Aberystwyth Arts Centre), Judge and cover Pilar in Legally Blonde (Savoy Theatre) and Divine in Respect La Diva (Garrick Theatre).
Danielle originated the role of Zahara in Bat out of Hell, playing the role in Manchester and during its West End runs at the ENO and Dominion Theatre. Danielle reprised her performance internationally when Bat out of Hell transferred to the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto and New York City Centre.
Danielle was the first West End replacement for Catherine Parr in Six The Musical at the Arts Theatre, Lyric Theatre and Vaudeville Theatre. She released her debut album The Future Ain’t What It Used To Be in 2021.
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06 Oct 2022
S7 Ep17: Tosh Wanogho-Maud, Ben E. King & Rudy Lewis in The Drifters Girl
01:17:28
Tosh Wanogho-Maud is currently receiving huge acclaim for originating the roles of Ben E. King, Rudy Lewis & others in The Drifters Girl.
The musical tells the story of The Drifters and the truth about the woman who made them, Faye Treadwell. As their manager, Faye fought for three decades alongside her husband to turn the vocal group into a global phenomenon. Tosh has been with The Drifters Girl since its world premiere in Newcastle in October 2021, through to its West End run which began in November 2021 and concludes later this month.
Tosh began his theatre career as a child, playing Winston in Whistle Down The Wind (Aldwych) before starring as Young Simba in The Lion King (Lyceum).
Some of his other theatre credits include: Four Eyed Moe in Five Guys Named Moe (Newtown Abbey), Respect La Diva (Garrick), Rufus/cover Curtis in Save The Last Dance For Me (UK Tour), Sweet Smell of Success (Arcola Theatre), understudy Mufala/General in the original West End cast of The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales) and The Producers (UK Tour).
Tosh played Willie in Daniel Evans' revival of Show Boat at the Sheffield Crucible. The production transferred to the West End (New London), with Tosh taking over and starring as Joe for the final months of the musical's run. Tosh then joined the West End premiere of Dreamgirls (Savoy), understudying the iconic role of Jimmy Early. Tosh took over as Jimmy full-time to huge acclaim in the musical's second year.
On screen, Tosh worked on Bridgeton and Jingle Jangle for Netflix, as well as BBC’s Roadkill. He's also an avid writer and regularly does various workshops and concerts across theatreland.
In this candid interview, Tosh discusses his career to date, all things Dreamgirls and The Drifters Girl as well as his ambitions for the future and lots more!
The Drifters Girl runs at the Garrick Theatre until 15th October. Visit www.thedriftersgirl.com for info and tickets.
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12 Oct 2022
S7 Ep19: Felicia Boswell, Faye Treadwell in The Drifters Girl
01:08:06
Broadway star Felicia Boswell is currently making her West End debut as Faye Treadwell in The Drifters Girl.
The musical tells the story of The Drifters and the truth about the woman who made them, Faye Treadwell. As their manager, Faye fought for three decades alongside her husband to turn the vocal group into a global phenomenon.
Felicia joined the production in July, taking over the role from Beverley Knight. The Drifters Girl completes its run in London later this week, ahead of a UK tour which is set to launch next year.
Felicia made her Broadway debut as Felicia Farrell in Memphis The Musical, and went on to play the role in the musical’s US tour to huge acclaim. Her Broadway credits also include playing Diana Ross in Motown The Musical and Josephine Baker in Shuffle Along.
Some of Felicia's other credits include Dreamgirls (US tour) and Emojiland (off-Broadway). Just a few of her US regional credits include playing Celie in The Color Purple, the title role in Medea, Mimi in Rent, The Baker’s Wife in Into The Woods, Mary in Jesus Christ Superstar and the title role in Aida.
Felicia has worked on screen and appeared in NBC’s Jesus Christ Superstar LIVE. She’s an Emmy winner for Jesus Christ Superstar LIVE, a two time Helen Hayes winner for Memphis & Jelly’s Last Jam and a Broadway World winner for Memphis.
As she prepares to say goodbye to The Drifters Girl and London (for now..!), in this episode Felicia discusses how it felt to make her West End debut, her path to Broadway, why what is meant for you won't pass you by and so much more.
The Drifters Girl runs at the Garrick Theatre until 15th October. Visit www.thedriftersgirl.com for info and tickets.
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11 Oct 2022
S7 Ep18: Liisi Lafontaine, Satine in Moulin Rouge
00:59:05
Liisi Lafontaine is currently wrapping up her run as Satine in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge The Musical.
Baz Luhrmann's iconic film comes to life onstage, in a production directed by Alex Timbers with choreography by Sonya Tayeh. Fresh from Broadway where it won ten Tony Awards, Moulin Rouge began performances in London at the Piccadilly Theatre in November 2019.
After understudying Deena in a US production of Dreamgirls, Liisi first came to the UK in 2016 to star as Deena the West End premiere of Dreamgirls at the Savoy Theatre, alongside Amber Riley as Effie. Liisi won huge acclaim for her performance and can be heard on the production’s live cast album.
Some of Liisi’s other theatre credits include Fly (La Jolla Playhouse), Born For This (Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre), Mickey’s Magical Map (Disneyland) and Disenchanted (Virtual). She has worked on screen, she is working on music and in 2019 Liisi made her London solo show debut with a concert at Piano Works West End.
This episode was recorded earlier this week, as Liisi was preparing to enter her final week of Satine shows before heading back to the the US.
You can see Liisi as Satine until Saturday 15th October. Follow her on Instagram: @liisilafontaine
Moulin Rouge is booking at the Piccadilly Theatre until 15th April 2023. Visit www.moulinrougemusical.co.uk for info and tickets.
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20 Oct 2022
S7 Ep20: Me'sha Bryan, Celie in The Color Purple
00:30:02
Me'sha Bryan is currently starring as Celie in the UK tour of The Color Purple.
Directed by Tinuke Craig, this is a co-production between Leicester Curve and Birmingham Hippodrome, first seen in 2019 before being revived digitally in 2021. Based on Alice Walker’s novel, The Color Purple is adapted for the stage by Marsha Norman, Allee Willis, Brenda Russell and Stephen Bray.
Me'sha's theatre credits include: understudy Sarah in Ragtime (Piccadilly Theatre), Vocalist in Been So Long (The Young Vic), Shenzi in The Lion King (UK Tour), Deloris Van Cartier in Sister Act (Dublin), Young Girl in Desire Under The Elms (Sheffield Crucible), Washing Machine in Caroline Or Change (Hampstead Theatre / Playhouse Theatre), Amiens in As You Like It (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and Suzanne/Mimi in Romantics Anonymous (Bristol Old Vic).
Me'sha works extensively as a session singer and vocal coach, and has also worked on screen.
The Color Purple tours the UK until 5th November. You can see it in Wales, Southampton and Norwich.
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20 Oct 2022
S7 Ep21: Rob Madge, star & writer of My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?)
00:37:28
Rob Madge is starring in the West End production of their one-person show My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?), following sell out runs at the Turbine Theatre (2021) and Edinburgh Fringe Festival (2022).
The piece is Rob's autobiographical story, celebrating the joy and chaos of raising a queer child... bringing together home videos with original music as Rob sets out to recreate a Disney parade.
Rob began their stage career as a child, with credits including: Artful Dodger in Oliver! (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Gavroche in Les Misérables (25th Anniversary Tour and 02 Concert) and Mary Poppins (Prince Edward Theatre).
After training at Royal Academy of Music, Rob returned to Les Misérables as an adult as part of the ensemble in the musical's UK tour. They went on to be in the original casts of Bedknobs and Broomsticks (UK Tour) and Millennials (The Other Palace Studio).
Later this year, Rob will play Pat The Cow in Jack and the Beanstalk at the London Palladium.
My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) runs at the Garrick Theatre Friday 21st October – Sunday 6th November. Visit www.nimaxtheatres.com for info and tickets.
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27 Oct 2022
S7 Ep22: Luke Suri, Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys
00:53:58
Luke Suri is currently making his West End debut asFrankie Valli in Jersey Boys at the Trafalgar Theatre.
Luke was previously alternate Frankie in the musical's UK tour, marking his theatre debut.
Luke developed his craft working his way up through holiday parks, hotels, cruise ships and short residences. He found his agent during the pandemic, with some help from social media.
In this episode, Luke discusses his incredible journey in the industry so far, and the challenge of playing one of the most demanding roles in musical theatre.
Jersey Boys is booking at the Trafalgar Theatre until 23rd April 2023. Visit www.jerseyboysmusical.co.uk for information and tickets.
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04 Nov 2022
S7 Ep23: Grace Mouat, Ella in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
00:45:04
Grace Mouat is currently starring as Ella in the UK premiere of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester.
Cinderella is the only musical written for the television by legendary duo Rodgers & Hammerstein. Originally broadcast live in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, the broadcast was watched by more than 100 million people, before subsequently being remade for TV again in 1965 and 1997 starring Whitney Houston and Brandy.
A new Broadway version with a Tony-nominated book by Douglas Carter Beane premiered in 2013 featuring several fresh characters and songs. This will be the first time a fully staged version of the show has been performed in the UK, following a 2019 one-night concert version in London.
Grace was part of the original cast of Six. She understudied all six queens in the musical's original UK tour and Edinburgh Fringe season before becoming an alternate when Six began its West End run at the Arts Theatre.
Following a triumphant run in Six, Grace joined the original cast of & Juliet (Manchester / Shaftesbury Theatre) as Judith whilst understudying the title role. She went on to play Chrissy in Hair (Turbine), Chloe in Be More Chill (Shaftesbury Theatre) and Woman 1 in Closer Than Ever (BroadwayHD) before returning to & Juliet when it resumed its West End run, following the Covid-19 lockdowns, this time as the alternate for Juliet.
Most recently Grace played Pilar in Lucy Moss' revival of Legally Blonde at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
Grace is part of the girl group SVN, alongside the original cast of Six. She previously hosted her own podcast Cut To The Grace and vlogged on YouTube.
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella runs at the Hope Mill Theatre until Sunday 11th December 2022. Visit www.hopemilltheatre.co.uk for info and tickets.
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11 Nov 2022
S7 Ep24: Georgina Castle, Jovie in Elf The Musical
00:42:37
Georgina Castle is currently starring as Jovie in the West End return of Elf The Musical at the Dominion Theatre.
Based on the 2003 film, Elf The Musical has book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin with songs by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin. The show opened on Broadway in 2010 and first ran in the West End in 2015.
Georgina's theatre credits include: Sophie in Mamma Mia! (Novello), Doralee in 9 to 5 (UK & Ireland Tour), Marie in Cinderella (Gillian Lynne) and Millennials (Other Palace).
After completing her run in Elf, next year Georgina will play Lisa in a West End run of Dirty Dancing at the Dominion Theatre, having previously played the role in the musical's UK & Ireland Tour.
Elf The Musical runs at the Dominion Theatre between 14th November and 7th January 2023. Visit www.elflondon.com for info and tickets.
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17 Nov 2022
S7 Ep25: Dom Hartley-Harris, Curtis in Dreamgirls & George Washington in Hamilton
00:54:32
Dom Hartley-Harris recently completed his run as Curtis Taylor Jr in the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Dreamgirls.
Some of his other theatre credits include Collins in Rent (Hope Mill Theatre), George Washington in Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre), Ratsey in Moonfleet (Salisbury Playhouse), Jagwire in Bat Out Of Hell (Manchester Opera House & London Coliseum), Drifter in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre) and Malcom in Macbeth (Old Join Stock).
In this episode, Dom discusses venturing into musical theatre after training in acting, taking on some hugely iconic roles and balancing his career with being a father... plus lots more!
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18 Nov 2022
S7 Ep26: Georgina Hagen, Mary Brown in But I'm A Cheerleader & Ms Fleming in Heathers
00:39:54
Georgina Hagen is currently starring as Mary Brown in But I'm A Cheerleader at the Turbine Theatre.
First presented as part of MTFestUK in 2019, But I'm A Cheerleader received its official premiere at the Turbine Theatre earlier this year and is now back for a second run. The show has book and lyrics by Bill Augustin, music by Andrew Abrams and direction by Tania Azevedo.
As a child actor, Georgina played Kate/Molly in Annie (Victoria Palace) and Liesl & understudy Jemima in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (London Palladium).
In 2008, Georgina starred as Lauren in the ITV musical series Britannia High. Her theatre credits include: Meat in We Will Rock You (UK Tour), Dinah and then Pearl in Starlight Express (Bochum, Germany), Mistress in Evita (Ljubljana Festival), Shelley Parker in Batboy (Southwark Playhouse), Nancy in Groundhog Day (Old Vic), Sister Berthe in The Sound of Music (UK Tour) and Sister Margaretta/Frau Zeller and understudy Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music (International).
Most recently Georgina played Ms Fleming & Veronica's Mum in Heathers on its UK Tour before transferring to the London production at The Other Palace.
But I'm A Cheerleader runs at the Turbine Theatre until 27th November 2022. Visit www.theturbinetheatre.com for info and tickets.
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25 Nov 2022
S7 Ep27: Alice Fearn & Simon Bailey
00:55:25
West End stars Alice Fearn and Simon Bailey join us for a very special, double trouble episode!
Alice and Simon are both part of the workshop cast of Footballers Wives, and feature on the musical's cast recording which is out now. Footballers Wives has a book by Maureen Chadwick, co-creator of the original TV series, with music and lyrics by Kath Gotts. Alice and Simon play Tanya and Jason Turner.
The duo are also set to perform a concert together, The Last (1)5 Years at the Theatre Cafe on Sunday 4th December. Alice and Simon will perform songs from Footballers Wives alongside some other musical theatre numbers and Christmas tunes.
Alice and Simon first met when they were part of the West End production of Les Miserables for the 21st anniversary at the Queen's (now Sondheim) Theatre. Alice was understudying Fantine and Cosette with Simon playing Enjolras.
Alice is currently playing Beverley Bass in Come From Away (Phoenix Theatre), following an acclaimed run as Elphaba in Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre). Her credits also include: Nancy in Oliver! (Watermill Theatre), Renee and understudy Christine/Muriel in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Savoy Theatre), Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy and understudy Princess Fiona in Shrek The Musical (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), understudy Dolly in Annie Get Your Gun (Young Vic), Rapunzel and understudy Cinderella in Into The Woods (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre) and understudy Laura in The Woman in White (Palace Theatre).
Simon recently completed his run as The Duke in the original West End production of Moulin Rouge (Piccadilly Theatre). His West End credits also include: Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket & London workshop), Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys (Piccadilly Theatre & UK Tour), Liam O’Deary in I Can’t Sing! (London Palladium), Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Gillian Lynne), understudy Galileo in We Will Rock You (Dominion), Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera (Her Majesty’s), Passion (Donmar Warehouse) and Romeo & Juliet The Musical (Piccadilly).
The Footballers Wives cast recording is out now. You can see The Last (1)5 Years at the Theatre Cafe on Sunday 4th December. Visit www.thetheatrecafe.co.uk for info and tickets.
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01 Dec 2022
S7 Ep28: George Maguire, Bob Cratchit & Jacob Marley in Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
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Olivier winner George Maguire is currently starring as Bob Cratchit and Jacob Marley in the European premiere of Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol at the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall.
Some of George's early theatre credits include: Stu in Tonight's The Night, Angel in Rent, Joe Vegas in Fame, Marc Bolan in 20th Century Boy, Berger in Hair and Busker in Lift.
George won the 2015 Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical for originating the role of Dave Davies in the West End production of Sunny Afternoon (Hampstead Theatre/Harold Pinter Theatre). He went on to play Macheath in The Busker's Opera (Park Theatre), Orsino/Malvolio in Twelfth Night (Bridge House Theatre), Alan Dangle in One Man Two Guvnors (New Wosley/Nuffield Theatres) and the title role in The Wicker Husband (Watermill Theatre).
Most recently George played Buck Barrow in Bonnie & Clyde, firstly in the musical's concert alongside Jeremy Jordan at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and then again in the show's fully staged run at the Arts Theatre.
Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol runs at the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall 8th December 2022 - 8 January 2023. Visit www.smokymountainchristmascarol.com for info and tickets.
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02 Dec 2022
S7 Ep29: Nadine Higgin, Paulette in Legally Blonde
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In this very special episode, Nadine Higgin chats through her career - including the highs and lows - and recent role as Paulette in Legally Blonde.
Nadine's theatre credits include: Taylor in High School Musical (Hammersmith Apollo), Dynamite & understudy Motormouth in Hairspray (Shaftesbury Theatre, original cast), Chiffon in Little Shop Of Horrors (Kilworth House Theatre), ensemble in The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales Theatre, original cast) and Shenzi in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre).
After completing her run in The Lion King, Nadine went on to play Cliff in Allelujah (Bridge Theatre) and Peter Quince/Egeus/Cobweb in A Midsummer Night's Dream & Sir Toby Belch in Twelfth Night (Shakespeare's Globe).
Nadine played the Judge and Sales Woman whilst understudying the roles of Pilar and Paulette in the original West End production of Legally Blonde (Savoy Theatre). This year she returned to the show, this time starring as Paulette, in Lucy Moss' London revival at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
After Legally Blonde, Nadine starred as Alma in the two-hander Yellow Man at the Orange Tree Theatre to huge acclaim. Next year she is set to return to Shakespeare's Globe to play Paulina in A Winter's Tale.
On screen, Nadine has appeared in Military Wives and Doctors.
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09 Dec 2022
S7 Ep30: Maddison Firth, Heather Chandler in Heathers
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Maddison Firth is currently playing Heather Chandler in the London production of Heathers at The Other Palace
Maddison previously played the role in the first Heathers UK tour, making her the musical's longest running Chandler worldwide! Maddison also played Chandler in the new Heathers musical film which is available to stream in the US.
Prior to Heathers, Maddison was a rehearsal swing for the first Breakaway Cruise production of Six the Musical. She was then cast as Katherine Howard for the second Breakaway Cruise; however, the production was cancelled due to the pandemic.
Heathers is booking at The Other Palace until 19th February 2023. Visit www.theotherpalace.co.uk for info and tickets.
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16 Dec 2022
S7 Ep31: Joel Harper-Jackson, M in C * C K & Charlie in Kinky Boots
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Joel Harper-Jackson is back In The Frame to discuss his whirlwind year in theatreland.
Earlier this year, Joel was cast as an understudy in Marianne Elliott's West End revival of C * C K by Mike Bartlett. Joel went on for the role of M multiple times, including half-way through the first preview, due to the indisposition of Taron Egerton. Joel went on to take over the role full-time to huge acclaim, and is now nominated for a WhatsOnStage Award for Best Takeover Performance.
After C * C K, Joel went on to play Freddie in Chess In Concert at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane before playing Charlie Price in Kinky Boots In Concert at the same venue, a role he previously played in the musical's UK and Ireland tour.
Some of Joel's theatre credits also include: Tom Price in Pieces Of String (Mercury Theatre), Curious Incident (UK Tour), Simon in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regents Park), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych), Che in Evita (Slovenia) and Rent (UK Tour).
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22 Dec 2022
S7 Ep32: Andy Barke, Happy Man/Mr Thompson in Pretty Woman
00:30:10
Today we're chatting to Andy Barke who recently took over as Happy Man and Mr. Thompson in the West End production of Pretty Woman at the Savoy Theatre, having previously understudied the role.
Just a few of Andy’s credit’s include Drake and understudy Rooster in Annie (UK Tour), Nativity! The Musical (UK Tour & Workshop), An Officer and a Gentleman (Leicester Curve), Elle’s Dad & Dewey in Legally Blonde (Leicester Curve & Monaco), Mr Baskin in Big The Musical (Theatre Royal Plymouth), Simon in Jesus Christ Superstar (German Tour) and Starlight Express (Asia Tour, UK Tour & Germany).
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23 Dec 2022
S7 Ep33: Matt Nalton, The Pub Bore in The Choir of Man
00:33:01
Matt Nalton is currently playing The Pub Bore in the West End production of The Choir Of Man at the Arts Theatre.
Described as an " uplifting celebration of community and friendship", The Choir Of Man has returned to the West End for a second run. The 90-minute show features hits from artists such as Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns & Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry, performed by an ensemble of singers and musicians.
Matt previously starred as Nick Massi in Jersey Boys (Piccadilly Theatre). A few of his other theatre credits include: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre), Say It With Flowers (Sherman Cymru), Black Snow (Moscow Arts), Matt Lucas & Friends (Vaudeville) and Sweeney Todd (Rose & Village Underground).
Alongside his performing work, Matt is also a pianist, composer and headshot photographer. Earlier this year, Matt released his debut album Piano Stories which is available to stream.
As a composer, Matt is one half of the writing duo Nalton and Tudor with fellow actor Will Tudor. Matt and Will are working on a plethora of projects and recently previewed some of their work in a concert at Crazy Coqs with lots of top West End talent.
The Choir of Man is booking at the Arts Theatre until Sunday 28th May. Visit www.choirofmanwestend.com for info and tickets.
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30 Dec 2022
S7 Ep34: Nathania Ong, Éponine in Les Misérables
00:41:36
For the final episode of this series, we're joined by Nathania Ong who is starring as Éponine in the West End production of Les Misérables.
Nathania previously played Éponine in the musical's UK & Ireland tour. After growing up in Singapore, Nathania moved to London to train at Mountview. Upon graduating, Nathania made her West End debut in Be More Chill at the Shaftesbury Theatre.
Les Misérables runs at the Sondheim Theatre. Visit www.lesmis.com for info and tickets.
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31 Dec 2022
2022 Best Bits
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Just a few of our favourite clips from this year's episodes. Thank you for listening to In The Frame in 2022!
27 Jan 2023
S8 Ep1: Kristina Love, Tina Turner in Tina The Musical
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Having originated the role in Germany, Kristina Love is currently making her West End debut as Tina Turner in Tina The Musical at the Aldwych Theatre.
Kristina grew up in the US and after graduating relocated to Germany where she made her professional theatre debut in the ensemble of Dirty Dancing. She stayed in Germany, with her credits including swing in the world premiere of Rocky, Deloris van Cartier in Sister Act, Fortune Teller in the European premiere of Disney’s Aladdin and understudy Esmerelda in The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
In 2019, Kristina opened the German language production of Tina in the title role. Kristina duetted with Tina Turner at the musical's press launch and performed the role for her on opening night. Kristina is now performing the role in English in the London production to huge acclaim.
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03 Feb 2023
S8 Ep2: Maiya Quansah-Breed, Philoclea in Head Over Heels & original Catherine Parr in Six
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Olivier nominee Maiya Quansah-Breed is starring as Philoclea in the UK premiere of Head Over Heels at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester.
Described as a "hilarious, exuberant celebration of love" and featuring songs by The Go-Gos, Head Over Heels follows the escapades of a royal family on an outrageous journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction—only to discover the key to their realm’s survival lies within each of their own hearts.
Maiya originated the role of Catherine Parr in Six The Musical. She starred in the show's first UK tour, which included a run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, before opening the West End production at the Arts Theatre. Alongside the original line-up of queens, Maiya was nominated for the 2019 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical.
Last year Maiya reunited with the original cast of Six for three special performances at Hampton Court Palace, before filming a live capture of the musical at the Vaudeville Theatre. She and the original queens have formed the girl group SVN.
Maiya's other theatre credits include Mimi in Rent (Hope Mill Theatre), I Could Use A Drink In Conert (Garrick Theatre), Laura in The Distance You Have Come (Apollo Theatre) and Martha in The Secret Garden In Concert (London Palladium).
Head Over Heels runs at the Hope Mill Theatre until 4th March 2023. Visit www.hopemilltheatre.co.uk for info and tickets.
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07 Feb 2023
S8 Ep3: Hannah Lowther, star of No Limits, The Spongebob Musical & Heathers
00:54:10
Hannah Lowther is currently playing #Catfish in No Limits at the Turbine Theatre.
A new song cycle by Sam Thomas, No Limits follows a variety of characters, from every walk of life as they dare to believe in themselves and strive for a better tomorrow. It is described as a "show with heart, humour, LGBTQ+ stories and a message we should all take on board… know no limits!”
After No Limits, Hannah will star as Karen in the UK premiere of The Spongebob Musical which is touring the UK and playing a season at the Southbank Centre.
Hannah started her stage career as a child, playing Brigitta Von Trapp in The Sound of Music (London Palladium) and Jemima Potts in Chitty Chatty Bang Bang (National Tour). She was also in the children's ensemble of Oliver! (Theatre Royal Drury Lane).
Hannah then trained at Italia Conti and the London School of Musical Theatre, graduating from the latter in 2019. During the pandemic, Hannah was a covid temp at Tesco and began creating stagey content on TikTok where she has grown a following of over 750,000.
As we came out of the pandemic, Hannah joined the London cast of Heathers (The Other Palace) as dance captain; during the run she became the first actor to play all three Heathers. Her credits also include: Singing' in the Rain (Adelphi), Babies The Musical (Workshop), Millennials (The Other Palace) and Kinky Boots in Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane).
In this episode, Hannah speaks candidly about her journey in the industry so far, as well as starting out on TikTok and the challenges of the online world. She also delves into No Limits, Spongebob, Heathers and lots more!
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10 Feb 2023
S8 Ep4: Neil McDermott, Johnny in Home, I'm Darling
00:28:31
Neil McDermott (Pretty Woman / Shrek) is currently starring as Johnny in the touring production of Home, I'm Darling by Laura Wade.
Directed by Tamara Harvey and Hannah Noon, Home I'm Darling received its world premiere at Theatr Clwyd in 2018, before playing at the National Theatre and then transferring to the Duke of York’s Theatre in the West End, winning the 2019 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy.
Neil recently completed his run as Philip Stuckley in the West End production of Pretty Woman at the Savoy Theatre, having been with the show since its London premiere at the Piccadilly Theatre.
Just a few of Neil's extensive theatre credits include: Justin in Bad Girls (West Yorkshire Playhouse), Rolf in The Sound of Music (Palladium), Ordulf in Henry IV (Donmar), Young Buddy in Follies (Palladium), Jean-Michel in La Cage Aux Folles (Menier Chocolate Factory), Lord Farquaad in Shrek (Drury Lane), Bill Sykes in Oliver! (Grange Park Opera), Chief Weasel in The Wind in the Willows (Palladium), Evil Lord Hector in Eugenius (Other Palace) and Major Mario Carita in Glory Ride (Other Palace).
Neil is also known for playing Ryan Malloy in BBC1's EastEnders and recently returned to Albert Square to reprise his role for a limited time.
Home, I'm Darling tours until 13th May 2023. Visit www.kenwright.com for info, tour dates and tickets.
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17 Feb 2023
S8 Ep5: Damon Gould, Finch in Newsies
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Damon Gould is currently playing Finch in the UK premiere of Newsies at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.
Directed and choreographed by Olivier nominee Matt Cole, this is an all-new immersive production of Newsies. The musical premiered on Broadway in 2012 where it ran for 1,004 performances.
Damon's theatre credits include: Sonny in Grease (Dominion Theatre), Andre & Dance Captain in But I’m A Cheerleader (Turbine Theatre), Assistant Dance Captain & understudy Giulio & David Morse in Pretty Woman (Piccadilly Theatre & Savoy Theatre) and Angel in Kinky Boots (UK & Ireland Tour).
Newsies is booking at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre until Sunday 30th July 2023. Visit www.newsiesthemusical.co.uk for info and tickets.
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22 Feb 2023
S8 Ep6: Tsemaye Bob-Egbe, Katherine Howard in Six & alternate Tina Turner in Tina
00:53:18
Tsemaye Bob-Egbe recently completed her run as Katherine Howard in the West End production of Six The Musical (Vaudeville Theatre).
Tsemaye ventured into theatre after completing a medical degree. Her theatre credits include Les Enfants Terribles' The Vaudevillians (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre), Leading Player in Pippin (Garden Theatre), Tammy Faye (Workshop) and Fairy in Tweedy’s Reduced Pantomime (Everyman Cheltenham).
Tsemaye joined the original cast of Tina The Musical as first cover Alline and an understudy for Tina Turner. She later returned to the show as the alternate Tina, performing the role at least three shows a week.
In 2021, Tsemaye joined the West End cast of Six as Katherine Howard. During her reign, Tsemaye received rave reviews and performed at the Jubilee.
Tsemaye recently made her screen debut in the feature film Pretty Red Dress.
In this episode, Tsemaye discusses her journey to theatre via medical school, how she conquered the role of Tina, all things Six and lots more!
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24 Feb 2023
S8 Ep7: Anoushka Lucas, Laurey in Oklahoma!
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Anoushka Lucas is currently reprising her performance as Laurey in Daniel Fish's revival of Oklahoma!. The show has transferred to the West End's Wyndham's Theatre, following its run at the Young Vic last year.
Having won Best Musical Revival at the Tony and WhatsOnStage Awards, this bold new version of Oklahoma! features all the original dialogue with a re-orchestrated score, reimagined for the 21st century.
Last year Anoushka wrote and starred in Elephant at the Bush Theatre. Having started out as a singer/songwriter in the music world, Anoushka ventured into theatre and has worked as an actor, musician and writer.
She originated the role of Mary in Timothy Sheader's revival of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Regent's Park Theatre, a role she returned to during the pandemic.
Anoushka's other stage credits include: Henry V (Donmar Warehouse), After Life (National Theatre), Chiaroscuro (Bush), Faces in the Crowd (Gate Theatre) and Sparks (Edinburgh Festival Fringe / Vault Festival).
Oklahoma! runs at the Wyndham's Theatre until 2nd September 2023. Visit www.oklahomawestend.com for info and tickets.
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01 Mar 2023
150th Episode: Lucie Jones, Elphaba in Wicked & Fantine in Les Misérables
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For our 150th episode, Lucie Jones is back In The Frame!
Lucie is currently in her final week of performances as Elphaba in Wicked ahead of returning to Les Misérables as Fantine.
On Wednesday 12th April, you can see Lucie in The Best Of The West End which is playing the Milton Keynes Theatre following sold out shows at the Royal Albert Hall. Lucie will perform musical theatre classics alongside Ben Forster, Louise Dearman and Matt Henry MBE.
She’s also heading out on a solo tour with The Fulltone Orchestra and has released a book with David Hunter called Doctor’s Orders – our friendship in doodles.
Lucie burst onto our screens in the 2009 series of The X Factor (ITV) and has gone on to become one of the most renowned leading ladies in British musical theatre. Lucie made her West End debut as Cosette in Les Misérables (Queens Theatre).
Her credits include: Meat in We Will Rock You (International Arena Tour), Victoria in American Psycho (Almedia Theatre), Molly in Ghost (Asian Tour), Elle Woods in Legally Blonde (Leicester Curve & UK Tour), Holly in The Wedding Singer (UK Tour), Maureen in Rent (St James Theatre & UK Tour), Lou in Girlfriends (LMTO), Heidi in Title Of Show (Digital Production) and The Ghost Of Christmas Past in A Christmas Carol (Dominion Theatre).
Lucie represented the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest in Kyiv, Ukraine in 2017 and released the album Lucie Jones Live At The Adelphi in 2020.
For the past year Lucie has been starring as Elphaba in the West End production of Wicked (Apollo Victoria) and is about to return to Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre) as Fantine, a role she previously played in the concert production.
You can see Lucie in The Best Of The West End at the Milton Keynes Theatre on Wednesday 12th April. Visit www.bestwestend.co.uk for info and tickets.
Lucie is playing Elphaba in Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre until Sunday 5th March. You can see Lucie as Fantine in Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre from Monday 27th March.
Lucie is on tour with the Fulltone Orchestra in April and May, with tickets available from www.fto.org.uk/lucie/
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03 Mar 2023
S8 Ep9: Frances Mayli McCann, Bonnie in Bonnie and Clyde
00:32:59
Frances Mayli McCann is currently reprising her performance as Bonnie in Bonnie and Clyde at the Garrick Theatre.
Frances has been with UK version of Bonnie and Clyde right from the start, originally starring opposite Jeremy Jordan for the concert production at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane which was filmed for release. Last year the show ran at the Arts Theatre ahead of its transfer to the Garrick for this current run.
Frances is an Olivier Award nominee for her performance as Kylah in Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour (Duke of York’s Theatre). Just a few of her other credits include: Svetlana in Chess in Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Heather McNamara in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Eponine in Les Miserables (Sondheim Theatre & UK Tour), The Mistress in Evita (Regents Park Open Air Theatre) and Macbeth, The Great Wave and Here Lies Love (National Theatre).
On screen, Frances most recently finished filming Silverpoint for BBC/ABC with her other screen credits including Shetland (BBC), River City (BBC), Lip Service (BBC) and A Tale to Tell (Amazon Prime).
Bonnie and Clyde runs at the Garrick Theatre Saturday 4th March – Saturday 20th May 2023. Visit www.bonnieandclydemusical.com for info and tickets.
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08 Mar 2023
S8 Ep10: Ben Joyce, Marty McFly in Back To The Future
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Ben Joyce is currently starring as Marty McFly in the West End production of Back To The Future The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre.
Based on the 1985 film, Back To The Future has a book by Bob Gale, featuring sixteen new songs with music and lyrics by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard with additional songs from the film including 'The Power of Love' and 'Johnny B. Goode'. The show premiered in the West End in 2021 and is set to open on Broadway later this year.
Ben recently made his West End debut as Frankie Valli in the London revival of Jersey Boys at the Trafalgar Theatre. For his performance, Ben received two Stage Debut Award nominations.
Elsewhere, he did the workshop for The Little Big Things and filmed a role in The Power (Sister Pictures/Amazon Prime).
This episode was recorded backstage at the Adelphi Theatre in Ben's dressing room!
Back To The Future is booking at the Adelphi Theatre until Sunday 22nd October 2023. Visit www.backtothefuturemusical.com for info and tickets.
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10 Mar 2023
S8 Ep11: Amy Thornton, Nini in Moulin Rouge
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Amy Thornton is currently starring as Nini in the West End production of Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre.
Amy was part of the musical’s original West End cast in the ensemble whilst understudying Nini and Arabia. She has now taken over as Nini full-time and is dazzling audiences eight times a week.
Amy's West End credits include: Palladium Panto (London Palladium), Matilda (Cambridge), Rock of Ages & Flashdance (Shaftesbury), Never Forget (Savoy) and Grease (Piccadilly).
Her credits also include: Evita (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), Fame (UK Tour & Monte Carlo), Cats (Jersey & Guernsey) and Starlight Express (UK & Scandinavian Tour). She was also in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (Universal).
In this episode Amy explains how breaking her ankle changed the course of her career and led her to working as an assistant, associate and resident choreographer with the likes of Ellen Kane, Karen Bruce and Fabian Aloise.
Amy was resident choreographer for the West End production of Matilda, assistant choreographer for the US, Australian, German, Chinese, Paris and UK touring productions of The Bodyguard and associate choreographer for Regent Park's Evita.
Most recently Amy was Ellen Kane’s assistant choreographer for the film adaptation of Matilda, which received huge acclaim for its choreography.
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17 Mar 2023
S8 Ep12: Matt Mills, Curtis Taylor Jr. in Dreamgirls
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Matt Mills recently completed his run as Curtis Taylor Jr. in the UK and Ireland tour of Dreamgirls.
Some of Matt's theatre credits include: Richard Bullock / cover Ike in Tina The Musical (West End), ensemble / cover Berry Gordy in Motown The Musical (UK Tour), Drifters / ensemble in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK Tour), Newt Lee / Riley / Jim Conley in Parade (Hope Mill Theatre) and Nomax in Five Guys Named Moe (Edinburgh).
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24 Mar 2023
S8 Ep13: Matt Henry MBE, star of Kinky Boots, The Matilda Film & The Drifters Girl
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Olivier winner Matt Henry MBE is In The Frame!
On Wednesday 12th April, you can see Matt in The Best Of The West End which is playing the Milton Keynes Theatre following sold out shows at the Royal Albert Hall. Matt will perform musical theatre classics alongside Ben Forster, Louise Dearman and Lucie Jones.
Matt was most recently seen on screen as The Doctor in the Netflix film adaptation of Matilda The Musical, following his acclaimed performance in the West End run of The Drifters Girl alongside Beverley Knight.
In 2015, Matt starred as Lola in the West End transfer of Kinky Boots, winning the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical. Matt reprised his performance when the musical was filmed for release.
Some of Matt's early shows include The Lion king, Miss Saigon, Saturday Night Fever, Avenue Q and The Rat Pack: Live from Las Vagas. His credits also include The Two Noble Kinsmen (Globe), One Night in Miami (Tour) and Our Lady of Blundellsands (Liverpool Everyman). He appeared on the 2013 season of The Voice UK.
In 2017 Matt was awarded an MBE for his services to musical theatre.
You can see Matt in The Best Of The West End at the Milton Keynes Theatre on Wednesday 12th April. Visit www.bestwestend.co.uk for info and tickets.
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30 Mar 2023
S8 Ep14: Lucy May Barker, Rebekah Vardy in Vardy V Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial
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Lucy May Barker is playing Rebekah Vardy in Vardy V Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial which is running in the West End at the Ambassadors Theatre from 6th April before heading off on tour.
Lucy is reprising her performance, having starred in the play's premiere performances at the Wyndham’s Theatre last year.
The trial that gripped the nation has been adapted from seven days of High Court transcripts by Liv Hennessy and directed by Lisa Spirling. From sting operations to sensational headlines, this verbatim production reveals what went on behind closed doors in the case that turned social media sleuthing into high drama. Audiences can see first-hand, and in the words of Rebekah Vardy and Coleen Rooney, how the extraordinary week in court played out.
Lucy was last In The Frame whilst playing Sophie in the West End production of Mamma Mia!, a role she has previously played in the show’s UK and international tour.
Just as she was preparing to say goodbye to Sophie, the pandemic hit and her run was cut short. However, when theatres reopened Lucy reprised her performance as Sophie in the first ever open air production of Mamma Mia! before joining the tour for a limited time.
Lucy has also played Ado Annie in the UK tour of Oklahoma! and Johanna in Sweeney Todd in the West End and at the Chichester Festival Theatre. Some of her other credits include Earthquakes in London (National Theatre), The Crucible (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre) and Thark (Park Theatre).
Vardy V Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial runs at the Ambassadors Theatre 6th April – 20th May 2023 and then tours until 17th June, visitng Woking, Liverpool, Southend, Dublin, Salford and Brighton.
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07 Apr 2023
S8 Ep15: Charlotte Gooch, Penny in Dirty Dancing
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Charlotte Gooch is currently reprising her performance as Penny Johnson in Dirty Dancing, a role she first played sixteen years ago!
Dirty Dancing has returned to the Dominion Theatre ahead of a UK & Ireland tour. Based on the 1987 film, Dirty Dancing is written by Eleanor Bergstein, with direction by Federico Bellone and choreography by Austin Wilks.
Charlotte first joined Dirty Dancing in 2007, understudying Penny at the Aldwych Theatre. She went on to play the role in the show's first-ever national tour, West End revival at the Piccadilly Theatre and the original German production in Berlin.
Last year Charlotte starred as Kathy Selden in Jonathan Church's production of Singin’ In The Rain (Sadlers Wells and UK/International tour) to huge acclaim.
Some of her other theatre credits include: Alex Owens in Flashdance (International Tour), Tina Sparkle in Strictly Ballroom (Piccadilly Theatre/West Yorkshire Playhouse/Toronto), Dale Tremont in Top Hat (Aldwych Theatre/UK Tour), Margot in Legally Blonde (Korea), Bombalurina in Cats (European Tour) and Patty Simcox/understudy Sandy in Grease (UK Tour).
Dirty Dancing runs at the Dominion Theatre until 29th April. Visit www.dirtydancingonstage.co.uk for info and tickets.
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10 Apr 2023
S8 Ep16: Paige Peddie, Lorrell in Dreamgirls
00:50:21
Paige Peddie recently finished touring the UK and Ireland as Lorrell Robinson in Dreamgirls.
Paige’s other theatre credits include: swing and understudy Nala in The Lion King (UK & Ireland Tour) and Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World (Workshop).
In this episode, Paige explains how she went from doing a HR degree to graduating from the Royal Academy of Music as well as her experience as the "Unexpected Star" on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC) which led to her performing on prime time television with one hour's warning. She also discusses all things Dreamgirls and lots more!
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14 Apr 2023
S8 Ep17: Emily-Mae, Nicki Marron in The Bodyguard
00:45:12
Emily-Mae is currently starring as Nicki Marron in the UK & Ireland tour of The Bodyguard.
Based on the 1992 film which starred Whitney Houston, The Bodyguard first opened in the West End in 2012 and has since toured multiple times in addition to returning to the West End in 2016. To date, The Bodyguard has been seen by over 3.6 million people in 15 countries and 45 US cities.
Emily-Mae's theatre credits include: Bulda in Disney’s Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Kiki Kavelle in Are You As Nervous As I Am (Greenwhich Theatre), City of Angels (Garrick Theatre), title role in Pippi Longstocking (Theatre Royal and Derngate), Paradice in Brooklyn the Musical (Greenwich Theatre), Ronette in Little Shop of Horrors (Storyhouse Chester), Ulla in The Producers (Royal Exchange Manchester) and Dynamite/understudy Motormouth in Hairspray (UK Tour).
The Bodyguard is touring the UK & Ireland until 30th December 2023. Visit www.thebodyguardmusical.com for info, tour dates and tickets.
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20 Apr 2023
S8 Ep18: Sam Oladeinde, Leon Czolgosz in Assassins & Bob in Come From Away
01:12:06
From lawyer to West End performer, Sam Oladeinde discusses his path into theatre and career so far.
Sam completed a law degree before obtaining a Disney Theatrical Scholarship to attend the Royal Academy of Music.
His theatre credits include: understudy Burr, Lafayette/Jefferson and Mulligan/Madison in Hamilton (Original West End cast, Victoria Palace), Motumbo and understudy General in The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales), understudy Ramses in Prince Of Egypt (Dominion) and Young Scrooge and Fred Anderson in A Christmas Carol (Dominion).
Most recently Sam played Bob & Others in the West End production of Come From Away (Phoenix), reopening the show after its Covid-19 closure. Next up Sam will play Leon Czolgosz in Polly Findlay’s revival of Assassins by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman at the Chichester Festival Theatre.
Sam has also worked on screen, filming roles in Casualty (BBC) and Doctors (BBC). He recently wrapped filming for the upcoming Amy Winehouse biopic Back To Black, playing vocalist Zalon Thompson.
In addition to many workshops, concerts, rehearsed readings and audiobooks, Sam has an extensive recording career and has featured on the soundtracks for countless films.
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25 Apr 2023
S8 Ep19: Alexia McIntosh, star of Big Aunty & original Anna Of Cleves in Six
00:37:21
OG Queen and Olivier nominee Alexia McIntosh is In The Frame!
Alexia is currently starring in Big Aunty at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry. The piece is directed and devised by Corey Campbell.
Described as a darkly comic family drama, Big Aunty offers a welcome opportunity to gather and reflect on challenging times and how we can find a path to resolution.
Alexia originated the role of Anna of Cleves in Six The Musical, taking the show from its first every UK tour through to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and then to the West End at the Arts, Lyric and Vaudeville Theatres.
After three years in Six, Alexia wrapped up her reign in November 2021. She reprised her performance last July, reuniting with the original cast for three special performances of Six at Hampton Court Palace before shooting Six The Movie in the West End.
Alexia was nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical at the 2019 Olivier Awards along with the other OG queens; together they have formed the girl group SVN.
Big Aunty runs at the Belgrade Theatre until 6th May. Visit www.belgrade.co.uk for info and tickets.
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27 Apr 2023
S8 Ep20: Mary Moore, Debbie in Greatest Days
00:37:47
Mary Moore is currently playing Debbie in the official Take That musical Greatest Days which is touring the UK and Ireland.
Featuring the music of Take That and a book by Tim Firth, Greatest Days follows a group of five best friends in the 1990’s who are obsessed with their favourite boy band. The girls reunite more than 20 years later with a plan to see their heartthrobs one last time in what could be the Greatest Days of their lives.
Last summer Mary starred as Jan in the West End revival of Grease (Dominion Theatre). Her credits also include No Limits (Turbine Theatre) and Bring It On (Southwark Playhouse). They played Amy March in Little Women (Park Theatre) and Eva Gottel in The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (Southwark Playhouse).
On screen Mary has appeared in Doctors, as well as the live filmings of Little Women and The Sorcerer’s Apprenctice.
Greatest Days opens at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley on 6th May and tours the UK and Ireland through to November 2023, with further dates to be announced. Visit www.greatestdaysmusical.com for info and tickets.
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02 May 2023
S8 Ep21: Claire Machin, Madame Thénardier in Les Misérables
00:46:52
Olivier nominee Claire Machin recently joined the West End production of Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre as Madame Thénardier.
Claire has history with the show, having made her West End debut as a swing and understudy for Eponine at the Palace Theatre before returning once before as an understudy for Madame Thénardier.
In 2017, Claire received an Olivier nomination for her performance as Cora in the West End production of The Girls. She recently completed her run as Mrs Brill in the West End revival of Mary Poppins, having previously been in the original cast.
Some of Claire's other theatre credits include: Whore/Claire in Amour (Charing Cross), Violet Butterfield in Flowers for Mrs. Harris (Chichester Festival Theatre), Alice Beane in Titanic (UK Tour & Charing Cross), Rosie in Mamma Mia! (Cyprus), Barbara Castle in Made in Dagenham (Queens Theatre), Mamma Gladys in the original cast of Memphis (Shaftesbury Theatre), Mabel in The Pajama Game (Chichester & Shaftesbury Theatre), Mrs. Metcalf in Betty Blue Eyes (Novello Theatre), Widow Corney in Oliver! (Theatre Royal Drury Lane & UK Tour), Tim’s Mother & Asphynxia in Salad Days (Riverside Studios), Mamie Eisenhower in First Lady Suite (Union Theatre), Ms Darbus in High School Musical (Churchill Theatre & UK Tour), Clara Eynsford Hill in My Fair Lady (Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Charlotte in Oliver! (London Palladium).
Claire also performed her one woman show An Old Fashioned Love Story at the New London Theatre and has also been involved in various workshops supporting new writing. On screen, she appeared as Grandma Who in The Grinch Musical (NBC) and the film adaptation of Les Misérables (Working Title Films).
Les Misérables is booking at the Sondheim Theatre until 2nd March 2024. Visit www.lesmis.com for info and tickets.
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04 May 2023
S8 Ep22: Rachel John, August in The Secret Life Of Bees & original Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton
00:56:20
Olivier nominee Rachel John is In The Frame for an extra special episode!
Rachel is currently starring as August in the UK premiere of The Secret Life of Bees at the Almedia Theatre. Adapted from Sue Monk Kidd's novel, the musical has a book by Lynn Nottage, music by Duncan Sheik and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead.
Taking us back to the civil rights era of the American South, The Secret Life Of Bees follows an unlikely pair who flee their small town and seek salvation at a remote honey bee farm run by the remarkable Boatwright sisters.
Rachel made her professional debut in The Legend of the Lion King at Disnleyland Paris and went on to join the West End productions of The Lion King and Sister Act.
After understudying Meat and Killer Queen on the first UK & Ireland tour of We Will Rock You, Rachel transferred to the West End production as Meat, becoming the first black actor to play the role.
Rachel went on to play Mimi in Rent (UK Tour) and after a run as the alternate Felicia in the original West End cast of Memphis, she took over the role from Beverley Knight. Next up, Rachel played Nicki and covered Rachel in The Bodyguard (UK & Ireland Tour / West End / Toronto).
In 2017, Rachel was cast as the original Angelica Schuyler in the West End premiere of Hamilton, receiving an Olivier nomination and tremendous acclaim for her performance.
Most recently, Rachel played Mrs Neilsen in Girl From The North Country (West End / Toronto), The Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) and Songs for a New World (London Palladium). Last year Rachel released her debut solo album, From My Lips To Gods Ear.
In this episode, Rachel delves into The Secret Life of Bee, reflects on why We Will Rock You was a massive turning point in her career and explains her unique path into theatre via the corperate world.
Make a cup of tea, grab a biscuit and strap yourself in!
The Secret Life of Bees runs at the Almedia Theatre until 27th May 2023. Visit www.almeida.co.uk for info and tickets.
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12 May 2023
S8 Ep23: Teddy Hinde, Mike Teavee in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
00:56:53
Teddy Hinde is currently starring as Mike Teavee in the first ever UK and Ireland tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Based on the novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and Chocolate Factory has a book by David Greig, music by Marc Shaiman and lyrics by Mark Shaiman and Scott Wittman. This new production is directed by James Brining and designed by Simon Higlett.
Having graduated from Trinity Laban in 2022, Teddy made his professional debut in Anyone Can Whistle by Stephen Sondheim and Arthur Laurents at the Southwark Playhouse.
Teddy is trans and proudly speaks up for trans rights whilst calling for better representation for trans people in theatre. In this episode, Teddy discusses landing the role of Mike Teavee and his path in theatre so far, as well as all things transness and queerness.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is touring the UK and Ireland until January 2024, including a run at the New Wimbledon Theatre 21st June - 1st July. Visit www.charlieandthechocolatefactory.co.uk for info and tickets.
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18 May 2023
S8 Ep24: Brandon Lee Sears, Donkey in Shrek & Jimmy Early in Dreamgirls
01:11:39
Brandon Lee Sears is about to head off on tour as Donkey in the brand new production of Shrek The Musical.
He most recently starred as Jimmy Early in the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Dreamgirls to tremendous acclaim.
Brandon's theatre credits also include: understudy Squip in Be More Chill (Shaftesbury), standby in Come From Away (Phoenix), understudy Big Bud Dean & Veronica's Dad in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket), understudy Berry Gordy in Motown the Musical (Shaftesbury) and On the Town (Regents Park).
On screen, Brandon's credits include Artemis Fowl and Cinderella (Disney) as well as Marriage of Reason and Squalor (Sky Arts) and Greta (Metropolitan Films).
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25 May 2023
S8 Ep25: Courtney-Mae Briggs, Andrea in Once On This Island
00:32:53
Courtney-Mae Briggs is currently playing Andrea in the London revival of Once on this Island at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.
With music by Stephen Flaherty and music & book by Lynn Ahrens, this revival is directed by Ola Ince.
Courtney originated the role of Jennifer Parker in Back To The Future (Manchester Opera House / Adelphi Theatre). She was also part of the original West End cast of Hamilton and went on take over as Maria Reynolds and Peggy Schuyler.
Courtney's stage credits also include: Strcitly Ballroom (West Yorkshire Playhouse / Toronto), Barnam (UK Tour) and Kiss Me Kate (Royal Albert Hall) as well as the UK premiere of In The Heights (Southwark Playhouse / King’s Cross Theatre).
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29 May 2023
S8 Ep26: Sifiso Mazibuko & Kyle Cox, Otis & Paul in Ain't Too Proud
00:35:35
Sifiso Mazibuko and Kyle Cox are currently playing Otis Williams and Paul Williams in the original West End cast of Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations.
Having opened on Broadway in 2019, Ain't Too Proud opened in London to huge acclaim earlier this year. The show follows the remarkable journey of The Temptationsfrom the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Some of Sifiso's theatre credits include: Malindadzimu (Hampstead Theatre) and Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre). He was a standby in the original West End cast of Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre) and went on to takeover as Aaron Burr in the musical's second year.
A recent graduate from ArtsEd, Kyle played Wyatt in Crazy For You (Chichester Festival Theatre) before making his West End debut in the ensemble of Elf The Musical (Dominion Theatre).
Ain't Too Proud recently extended its run at the Prince Edward Theatre until 7th January 2024.
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01 Jun 2023
S8 Ep27: Danny Mac, John Wilkes Booth in Assassins
01:02:45
Danny Mac is playing John Wilkes Booth in Polly Findlay’s revival of Assassins by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman at the Chichester Festival Theatre.
Danny made his professional debut as a child, playing Gavroche in Les Misérables. After training at ArtsEd, Danny made his West End debut in Wicked as part of the ensemble whilst understudying the role of Boq.
Danny then landed the role of Dodger in Channel 4’s Hollyoaks and stayed with the show for four years to great acclaim. Fresh from Hollyoaks, Danny competed in the 2016 season of BBC1's Strictly Come Dancing where he finished as a runner-up.
Danny has since established himself as a leading player in musical theatre. His roles have included: Warner in Legally Blonde (Leicester Curve), Gabey in On The Town (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), Joe in Sunset Boulevard (UK & Ireland Tour), Captain Crewe in A Little Princess (Royal Festival Hall), Bob Wallace in White Christmas (Dominion), Nino in Amelie (UK & Ireland Tour) and Giles in The Mousetrap (St Martin's Theatre).
Most recently, Danny wrapped up his run as Edward Lewis in Jerry Mitchell’s West End production of Pretty Woman The Musical (Savoy & Piccadilly Theatres).
In this episode Danny discusses all-things Assassins and delves into different areas of his career to date.
Assassins runs at the Chichester Festival Theatre 3rd – 24th June 2023. Visit www.cft.org.uk for info and tickets.
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09 Jun 2023
S8 Ep28: Miracle Chance, Veronica in Heathers
01:08:57
Miracle Chance is currently playing Veronica in the London production of Heathers at The Other Palace.
Heathers received its UK premiere at The Other Palace in 2018 ahead of two West End runs. The show returned to The Other Palace in 2021 where it continues to run in addition to a UK & Ireland touring production.
Some of Miracle’s theatre credits include Loserville, Footloose, The Wedding Singer, The Christmasaurus Live, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Unfortunate.
She played Columbia in The Rocky Horror Show and Christine in Be More Chill at The Other Palace and then in the West End at the Shaftesbury Theatre.
In this episode, Miracle delves into what it’s like to play Veronica, her history with cult musicals and her path so far in theatre... plus lots more!
Heathers is booking at The Other Palace until 3rd September. Visit www.heathersthemusical.com for info and tickets.
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11 Jun 2023
S8 Ep29: Olivia Moore, Sandy in Grease
00:43:46
Olivia Moore is currently playing Sandy in the West End revival of Grease.
Returning to the Dominion Theatre for a second year, this is an all-new production of Grease directed by Nikolai Foster with choreography by Dame Arlene Philips.
Olivia made her professional debut in the UK premiere of Heathers at The Other Palace and stayed with the show for its West End transfer to the Theatre Royal Haymarket, understudying the roles of Veronica and Heather McNamara.
She went on to join the original West End cast of Waitress at the Adelphi Theatre, understudying and regularly playing the roles of Jenna and Dawn.
In this episode, Olivia discusses what it's like to be returning to Grease, combatting nerves, conquering huge roles and lots more.
Grease runs at the Dominion Theatre until 28th October. Visit www.greasemusical.co.uk for info and tickets.
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15 Jun 2023
S8 Ep30: Leandra Ellis-Gaston, Anne Boleyn in Six on Broadway
00:33:20
Leandra Ellis-Gaston is starring as Anne Boleyn in Six on Broadway!
Leandra joined Six at the end of 2022 as part of the first full replacement company on Broadway. Having premiered in the UK in 2017, Six kicked off its first US tour in 2019 ahead of landing on Broadway in 2020. The show has been a huge hit in America, with two US tours currently running in addition to the Broadway production.
Just a few of Leandra’s theatre credits include the international tour Hair, the US tour of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and her Broadway debut in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.
This episode was recorded in NYC. Leandra discusses all-things Six and beyond!
Six runs on Broadway at the Lena Horne Theatre. Visit www.sixonbroadway.com for info and tickets.
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22 Jun 2023
S8 Ep31: Merryl Ansah, Nala in The Lion King
00:29:47
Merryl Ansah is currently playing Nala in the West End production of The Lion King at the Lyseum Theatre, a role she previously understudied in the show.
Merryl originally did an Accounting and Management degree before completing an MA at the Royal Academy of Music.
Some of her theatre credits include Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (UK & Ireland Tour), Crazy for You (Chichester Festival Theatre) and A Christmas Carol (Old Vic). Merryl understudied Heather Duke in the original West End cast of Heathers at the Theatre Royal Haymarket before taking over the role full-time for the show’s first ever UK & Ireland tour.
In this episode, Merryl discusses all-things The Lion King, venturing into theatre after doing an Accounting and Management degree as well as highlights from the shows she has been a part of so far in her career.
The Lion King is booking at the Lyseum Theatre until Sunday 11th February 2024. Visit www.thelionking.co.uk for info and tickets.
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27 Jun 2023
S8 Ep32: Christopher J Orton, co-writer of Then, Now & Next
00:37:16
Christopher J Orton has colaborated with Jon Robyns to write the brand new musical Then, Now & Next.
The show is currently premiering at the Southwark Playhouse, in a production directed by Julie Atherton and starring Alice Fearn.
Christopher is an actor, composer, lyricist and writer. His writing credits include My Land’s Shore as well as Grace Notes, The Gory Story of Edward Polidori, Dracula, This Time Next Week, B.O.A.T.S, The Road to the Port of Barry, Elephant Juice and Are you Sitting F**king Comfortably?.
As an actor, Christohpher was in the West End production of Spamalot alongside Jon Robyns which is when they started working on Then, Now & Next. His other stage credits include Tom (UK tour), The Hired Man (Leicester Curve), Dickens Abridged (Arts Theatre) and Oliver! (The Watermill Theatre).
Then, Now and Next runs at the Southwark Playhouse (Borough) until 29th July 2023. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for information and tickets.
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06 Jul 2023
S8 Ep33: Charlotte-Hannah Jones, Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray
00:34:58
Charlotte-Hannah Jones is currently playing Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray at the Kilworth House Theatre in an all-new production directed and choreographed by Lee Proud.
After being cast as Tracy, Charlotte performed Good Morning Baltimore to a sold-out audience at the Royal Albert Hall for Magic At The Musicals alongside West End royalty.
In this episode, Charlotte discusses the reality of being a 2020 graduate, how she auditioned for drama school by accident and landing the role of a lifetime, plus lots more!
Hairspray runs at the Kilworth House Theatre until 6th August. Visit www.kilworthhouse.co.uk for info and tickets.
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09 Jul 2023
S8 Ep34: Oliver Tompsett, Ramsey in In Dreams
00:32:13
Oliver Tompsett is playing Ramsey in the world premiere of In Dreams at the Leeds Playhouse.
Using the iconic music of Roy Orbison to tell a modern story, In Dreams reunites Oliver with some of the creative team behind & Juliet, including writer David West Read and director Luke Sheppard.
Oliver is one of the busiest actors in musical theatre right now. Fresh from originating the role of Shakespeare in & Juliet – and staying with the show for the entirety of its West End run – Oliver jumped straight into the West End production of Pretty Woman to star as Edward for the final few months of its run at the Savoy.
Some of Olivier's other West End credits include playing Fiyero in Wicked, Drew in the original London cast of Rock Of Ages, Galileo in the final Dominion cast of We Will Rock You, Sky Masterson in Guys & Dolls and Charlie Price in Kinky Boots.
In Dreams runs at the Leeds Playhouse until Saturday 5th August 2023. Visit www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk for info and tickets.
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13 Jul 2023
S8 Ep35: Christine Allado & Adrian Hansel, Meat & Brit in We Will Rock You
00:39:13
Christine Allado and Adrian Hansel are currently starring as Meat and Brit in the West End revival of We Will Rock You.
Returning to London 21 years after its premiere at the Dominion Theatre, We Will Rock You is currently playing to sold-out houses at the London Coliseum where it's playing a 12-week limited season.
Some of Christine's theatre credits include Tzipporah in The Prince of Egypt (Dominion Theatre), Peggy & Maria in Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre), Vanessa in In The Heights (Kings Cross Theatre) and Dovee in Here Lies Love (National Theatre). Later this year Christine will star in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends at the Gielgud Theatre.
Some of Adrian's theatre credits include Samuel in The Distance You Have Come (Cockpit & Apollo Theatres), Benny Southstreet in Guys and Dolls (Sheffield Crucible), Seaweed J Stubbs in Hairspray (Shaftesbury Theatre), alternate Four Eyed Moe in Five Guys Named Moe (Marble Arch Theatre) and Ken in Ain’t Misbehavin’ (Southwark Playhouse).
We Will Rock You runs at the London Coliseum until 27th August 2023. Visit www.wewillrockyoulondon.co.uk for info and ticker
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21 Jul 2023
S8 Ep36: Kyle Ramar Freeman, Usher in A Strange Loop & The Lion in The Wiz
00:33:21
Kyle Ramar Freeman is currently starring as Usher in A Strange Loop at the Barbican Centre.
A Strange Loop is about a young, gay, black writer who’s writing a musical about a young, gay, black writer. Kyle understudied Usher on Broadway where A Strange Loop opened in 2022, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical.
Prior to making his Broadway debut in A Strange Loop, Kyle played Asaka in the US tour of Once On This Island.
After finishing his run in London, Kyle will star as The Lion in the highly anticipated 2024 Broadway revival of The Wiz.
This episode was recorded in Kyle's dressing room at the Barbican Centre. He discusses his journey with A Strange Loop and what it has been like to bring the show to London, as well as all-things The Wiz and lots more!
A Strange Loop runs at the Barbican Centre until Saturday 9th September 2023. Visit www.strangeloopmusical.com for info and tickets.
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27 Jul 2023
S8 Ep37: Beverley Klein & Teddy Kempner, Fraulein Schneider & Herr Schultz in Cabaret
00:34:27
Beverley Klein and Teddy Kempner are currently playing Fraulein Schneider and Herr Schultz in the West End revival of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club.
Directed by Rebecca Frecknall, Cabaret opened in December 2021 and won seven Olivier Awards, the most for any musical revival in Olivier history.
Both Beverley and Teddy - who joined the cast of Cabaret earlier this year - have worked extensively in theatre; they've worked together several times before, most recently in Caroline, Or Change at Chichester Festival Theatre.
Just a few of Beverley's theatre credits include Candide and Honk The Ugly Duckling,(National), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Chichester Festival), Into The Woods, Sunday in the Park With George (Châtelet), Sweeney Todd (Opera North), Me & My Girl (Kilworth House) and Les Miserables (RSC, Barbican & Palace).
Some of Teddy's theatre credits include Girl From The North Country (UK Tour), 42nd Street (Musical de Paris-Chatelet), High Society (UK Tour), Never Forget (Savoy), Kiss Me Kate (Victoria Palace), Company (Donmar Warehouse and Albery); Pacific Overtures (Donmar Warehouse) and Les Miserables (Palace).
Cabaret is booking at the Kit Kat Club until Saturday 29 June 2024. Visit www.kitkat.club for info and tickets.
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03 Aug 2023
S8 Ep38: Georgia Louise, Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings
00:45:05
Georgia Louise is playing Galadriel in the UK revival of The Lord of the Rings at the Watermill Theatre.
This production marks the first time The Lord of the Rings has been staged since its West End premiere in 2007 at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Based upon the books by J.R.R. Tolkien, Paul Hart's reival is semi-immersive with the production set across both the Watermill auditorium and gardens.
Georgia’s credits include Lucy in 13 The Musical (Apollo Theatre), understudy Lauren in Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre), Sophie in Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre), Natalya in Preludes (Southwark Playhouse) and Sandy in Grease (UK & Ireland Tour).
Most recently, Georgia played various roles and understudied Jan Crouch & Jessica Hahn in the world premiere of Elton John and Jake Shears' musical Tammy Faye at the Almedia Theatre.
Lord of the Rings runs at the Watermill Theatre until Sunday 15th October 2023. Visit www.watermill.org.uk for info and tickets.
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10 Aug 2023
S8 Ep39: Debbie Kurup, Jaqueline in La Cage aux Folles
00:30:00
Debbie Kurup is playing Jaqueline in the London revival of La Cage aux Folles at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
Written by Jerry Herman and Harvey Fierstein, La Cage aux Folles centres around Georges, Albin and their son Jean-Michel as they re-discover the true meaning of family and putting yourself last so that the ones you love can come first.
Debbie recently starred as Cher in the UK premiere of The Cher Show (UK & Ireland Tour) to huge acclaim.
Some of her theatre credits also include: Bonnie & Clyde (Theatre Royal, Drury Lane), Prince of Egypt (Dominion), Blues in the Night (Kiln), Sweet Charity (Donmar Warehouse), Girl From The North Country (Old Vic/ Noël Coward), The Threepenny Opera (National Theatre), Anything Goes (Sheffield Crucible/UK Tour), The Bodyguard (Adelphi), Chicago (Cambridge/Adelphi), Sister Act (London Palladium), East (Leicester Curve), West Side Story (Prince of Wales), Tonight’s The Night (Victoria Palace), Rent (Prince of Wales/ UK Tour), Fame (UK Tour), Guys And Dolls (Sheffield Crucible), Pal Joey (Chichester) and Poison (Tricycle).
La Cage aux Folles runs at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre until 16th September 2023. Visit www.openairtheatre.com for info and tickets.
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18 Aug 2023
S8 Ep40: Owain Arthur, Nathan Detroit in Guys & Dolls
00:33:47
Owain Arthur recently took over as Nathan Detroit in the London revival of Guys and Dolls.
Nicholas Hytner’s semi-immersive production opened earlier this year at the Bridge Theatre to huge acclaim.
Owain’s theatre credits include The History Boys (National Theatre / West End) and starring as Francis Henshall in One Man, Two Guvnors (West End / International Tour). He has also appeared in Romeo and Juliet (Royal Shakespeare Company), The Comedy of Errors (Manchester Royal Exchange) and Birdsong (West End).
Owain has worked extensively on screen, with his credits including The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, A Confession, Hard Sun, 35 Diwrnod (35 Days), Death in Paradise, Hinterland, Babylon, Rownd a Rownd, The Palace, The Friday Night Club, London Kills, New Tricks, Cei Bach, Ddoe Am Deg, The One and Only Ivan, Coffee Wars, White Island, Willkommen im Krieg, Eldra, Mr Nice and The Patrol.
Guys and Dolls is booking at the Bridge Theatre until 24th February 2024. Visit www.bridgetheatre.co.uk for info and tickets.
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20 Aug 2023
S8 Ep41: Cristian Zaccarini, Ram Sweeney in Heathers
00:39:55
Cristian Zaccarini is currently play Ram Sweeney in Heathers The Musical at The Other Palace.
Cristian's other theatre credits include playing Sonny in Grease (UK & Ireland Tour), Pirate Queen (London Coliseum) and The Light in the Piazza (Alexandra Palace Theatre).
In this episode, Cristian discusses his path into theatre, including how he navigated leaving drama school early. Cristian also talks all-things Heathers and lots more!
Heathers concludes its London run at The Other Palace on 3rd September 2023. Visit www.heathersthemusical.com for info and tickets.
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24 Aug 2023
S8 Ep42: Mei Mac, Kim in untitled f*ck m*ss s**gon play
00:30:41
Olivier nominee Mei Mac is starring as Kim in untitled f*ck m*ss s**gon play by Kimber Lee.
The show recently completed its run at the Manchester Royal Exchange ahead of transferring to the Young Vic in September. Kimber wrote untitled f*ck m*ss s**gon play in response to seeing the musical Miss Saigon; the piece addresses the East and South-East Asian stereotypes we see represented on stage and beyond.
Earlier this year, Mei became the first East Asian actor to be nominated for Best Actress at the Olivier Awards for her performance in the RSC’s production of My Neighbour Totoro.
Some of Mei's other theatre credits include: Dear Elizabeth (Gate), The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe (Bridge), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Regent’s Park) and lots more.
Mei also works on screen, with her recent credits including East Mode (Comedy Central) and the Call The Midwife Christmas Day Special (BBC).
***Please note this episode contains some adult language which hasn’t been bleeped out.***
You can see Mei in untitled f*ck m*ss s**gon play at the Young Vic 18th September - 4th November 2023. Visit www.youngvic.org for info and tickets.
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01 Sep 2023
S8 Ep43: Gabrielle Brooks, star of Once On This Island, Get Up Stand Up! & Mlima's Tale
00:56:37
Olivier nominee Gabrielle Brooks most recently starred as Ti Moune in the London revival of Once on this Island at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. Next up, she's set to star in Mlima's Tale by Lynn Nottage and directed by Miranda Cromwell at the Kiln Theatre.
Some of Gabrielle's early theatre credits include understudy Gary Coleman in Avenue Q (UK & Ireland Tour), Our House (Savoy) and understudy Chenice in I Can't Sing (London Palladium). In 2015, Gabrielle was nominated for West End Frame's Understudy of the Year Award for understudying Nabulingi in the West End production of The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales).
In this episode, Gabrielle discusses her path in the inudustry, including the decisions she made which resulted in her career heading in some very exciting directions.
Some of Gabrielle's subsequent credits include: The Strangers Case (Liverpool Everyman), Red Snapper (Belgrade), Synergy Play Readings (Theatre503), Lazarus (King's Cross), Queen Anne (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Becca in Everybody's Talking About Jamie & Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz (both Sheffield Theatres), The Way Of The World (Donmar), Twelth Night (Young Vic), Our Lady Of Kibeho (Royal & Derngate), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Regent's Park), Anna Bella Eema (Arcola) and J’ouvert (Harold Pinter).
Additionally, Gabrielle is one of the co-creators of Mawa Theatre Company, the UK’s first all-Black, all-female Shakespeare Company who most recently hosted a Monologue Slam at The Globe featuring classic pieces from Black and Black Mixed Race women.
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05 Sep 2023
S8 Ep44: Obioma Ugoala, Narrator in The Book Thief & original George Washington in Hamilton
00:34:36
Obioma Ugoala is currently playing the Narrator in the musical adaptation of The Book Thief which is based on the best-selling novel of the same name. The show opens at Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre before heading to Leicester Curve.
Obioma has had an incredible and varied career; in the world on musical theatre he was Kristoff in the original West End cast of Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), George Washington in the original West End cast of Hamilton (Victoria Palace Theatre) and Smokey Robinson in the West End production of Motown (Shaftesbury Theatre).
Obioma's credits for the RSC include Rugby / Robert in The Merry Wives Of Windsor, Rat/Shrew in The Mouse And His Child, Keeper in Richard II, Bullcalf / Fang in Henry IV Part Two, Vintner / Ostler in Henry IV Part One, Gower/Grey in Henry V and Bartholomew in Hamnet.
His credits also include Shorty in The Lost Love Speakeasy (The Lost Estate), Don Pedro in Much Ado About Nothing (New English Shakespeare Company), Troubadour in Holy Warriors & Mardian/Scarus in Antony And Cleopatra (Shakespeare's Globe), Baloo in The Jungle Book Theatre & Razumikhin in Crime And Punishment (Glasgow Citizens Theatre) and Fantam Murillo in The Physicists (Donmar Warehouse).
Alongside all of that, Obiama has worked on screen and has written a booked called The Problem with My Normal Penis which was later renamed The Making Of A Man (and why we're so afraid to talk about it) for its paperback release. The book is all about the myths of race, sex and masculinity.
The Book Thief runs at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry 11th - 16th September and at Leicester Curve 29th September - 14th October 2023. Visit www.thebookthiefmusical.com for info and tickets.
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